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Ellen Unterwald is Chair and Professor in the Department of Neural Sciences at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine, Temple University, and a Professor at the Center for Substance Abuse Research. Her work focuses on the neurobiological basis of drug addiction, integrating molecular pharmacology with behavioral neuroscience.
Research Interests: Her research investigates how exposure to psychostimulants (e.g., cocaine, amphetamine) and opiates (e.g., morphine, heroin) leads to neuroadaptations in receptors, signaling pathways, and transcription factors. These changes underlie addiction processes such as tolerance, dependence, sensitization, withdrawal, and craving. Using animal models, her lab explores the molecular mechanisms of addiction and identifies novel therapeutic targets for relapse prevention. A key focus is the interaction between stress, anxiety, and drug relapse.
Although specific publications are not listed in the text, her research trajectory indicates sustained contributions in neuroscience and substance abuse, supported by grants from NIDA, the Department of Health, and Temple University. This funding reflects her active role in advancing addiction science.
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Advising and Grants: Dr. Unterwald leads a research program that trains students and postdoctoral fellows in addiction neuroscience. Her work has been supported by competitive grants from the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), state health departments, and internal Temple University funding, demonstrating sustained research productivity and mentorship.
Labs and Teams: She leads research teams at the Center for Substance Abuse Research and within the Department of Neural Sciences, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration focused on understanding and treating substance use disorders.
