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Mia Ericson is a Professor at the University of Gothenburg, leading research in the field of addiction biology. Her research focuses on the neurobiological mechanisms underlying alcohol and drug addiction, exploring how substances influence neurotransmitter systems, particularly in the nucleus accumbens and amygdala. Ericson investigates the impacts of various pharmacological treatments and environmental factors on addiction-related behaviors in rodent models. Some of her key studies examine the effects of GABA-rho receptors and the role of astrocytes in modulating neurotransmission during drug exposure and withdrawal. Throughout her career, Ericson has published extensively in high-impact journals, contributing to the understanding of neuroplasticity and addiction. She has collaborated on numerous projects that address how gender differences affect addiction and the neuroadaptive changes following prolonged substance use. Her work aims to provide insights that could lead to improved therapeutic strategies for addiction treatment.
University of Gothenburg • Göteborg
Leading research in addiction biology, focusing on the neurobiological mechanisms of substance use.
Administered by the Department of Political Science; focus on International Administration and Global Governance (IAGG).