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Dhaval Joshi is a Researcher in the Department of Psychology at the University of Cambridge, affiliated with the Belin laboratory. His research focuses on understanding the neurobiological mechanisms underlying drug addiction, particularly the role of interoceptive mechanisms and the insular cortex. He investigates how astrocytic dopamine transporter regulation contributes to compulsive drug-seeking behaviors and the development of addiction-related habits.
His work integrates neurobiological approaches to study addiction, including the impact of dopamine signaling in astrocytes across brain regions like the striatum. He also explores translational models of addiction and relapse prevention mechanisms. His recent studies highlight the significance of astrocyte-neuron interactions in modulating drug-seeking behaviors and the neuroplastic changes associated with addiction progression.
His research interests span addiction neuroscience, neuropharmacology, and the neural circuits governing compulsive behaviors. While no specific awards are listed, his contributions to understanding the astrocytic role in addiction are notable within the field.
