Neural Basis of Pain, Placebo Effects, Opioid Pain Relief & Addiction | Gregory Scherrer | 177
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Opioid Receptor Insights
This chapter explores the speaker's journey in studying opioid receptor biology, focusing on the mu-opioid receptor's role in pain relief and addiction risks. It discusses the complexities of opioid systems, the balance between effective pain management and potential for addiction, and the challenges of developing safer opioid alternatives. The chapter also highlights groundbreaking research with genetically modified mice to understand these receptors' functions in pain pathways.
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