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Ursula H. Winzer-Serhan is an Associate Professor in the Department of Neuroscience and Experimental Therapeutics at Texas A&M University. Her research focuses on the study of gene-environment interactions that shape brain development, particularly examining how early life exposure to psychoactive drugs such as nicotine and alcohol can lead to long-term cognitive impairments and altered behavioral traits such as anxiety and antisocial behavior. The Winzer-Serhan Lab specializes in understanding the role and pharmacology of nicotinic acetylcholine receptors (nAChRs) across the lifespan, from prenatal development to old age, and their significant influence on brain, muscle, and immune functions. The lab employs various advanced methodologies, including electrophysiological recordings and live imaging techniques, to investigate how developmental exposure to nicotine affects neuronal activity and behavior. Current projects include the characterization of mouse models of genetic conditions associated with nAChR deficits and exploring the implications for neurodevelopmental and neurodegenerative disorders.
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