Tim Nguyen
I joined Dr. Khoshbouei’s lab in Spring of 2024. My research is centered on testing the hypothesis that prenatal methamphetamine exposure modulates the maturation of midbrain-originating innervation of the striatum and prefrontal cortex by altering neuroimmune interactions. Our study will examine the age- and sex-dependent effects of in utero METH exposure on neuroimmune interactions critical for normal development, dopamine transmission in the dorsal and ventral striatum, and neuronal activity in the medial prefrontal cortex. Utilizing behavioral, histological, and biochemical techniques, we hope this work will shed light on how prenatal methamphetamine exposure affects dopaminergic pathway development, contributing to an increased susceptibility to neurodevelopmental disease.