Nicotine dependence

Genetic Breakthrough in Tobacco Addiction Research

Discover the groundbreaking research uncovering 461 candidate risk genes for tobacco use disorder, shedding light on the genetic components underlying addiction. With the use of AI technology and genome-wide association studies, researchers identified new genes and potential drug candidates for treatment. This study, involving nearly 900,000 individuals, highlights the significant genetic influence on tobacco addiction and the potential for new avenues of treatment.