A Role for Sigma Receptors in Stimulant Self Administration and Addiction

• Main Authors: Shang-Yi Tsai (Author), Theresa Kopajtic (Author), Takato Hiranita (Author), Teruo Hayashi (Author), Gianluigi Tanda (Author), Jonathan L. Katz (Author), Tsung-Ping Su (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: MDPI AG, 2011-06-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Sigma1 receptors (σ1Rs) represent a structurally unique class of intracellular proteins that function as chaperones. σ1Rs translocate from the mitochondria-associated membrane to the cell nucleus or cell membrane, and through protein-protein interactions influence several targets, including ion chan...