John Wemmie

UI professor John Wemmie in his lab on Jan 14. 2022. His research centers around treating addiction and relapse. CREDIT UNIVERSITY OF IOWA HEALTH CARE

UI study identifies potential target for treating addiction and relapse

New research from the University of Iowa finds that blocking an enzyme that lowers localized acidity in the brain reduces cocaine withdrawal symptoms and drug-seeking behavior in mice. Led by UI professor of psychiatry John Wemmie, the research suggests targeting…