How sleep problems affect thinking in people who use methamphetamine
Official title: Role of sleep disruption in cognitive impairment associated with methamphetamine use
Funded at University of Mississippi Med Ctr · NIH-11067732 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how sleep problems from using methamphetamine might affect thinking and memory, and it aims to find new ways to help people recovering from meth addiction improve their brain function.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Mississippi Med Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Jackson, United States) |
| Project start | April 2, 2024 |
| Project end | April 1, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $48,974 |
| NIH project number | 5F31DA060673-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11067732 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals recovering from methamphetamine use disorder who experience cognitive deficits and sleep disturbances.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have a history of methamphetamine use or who do not experience cognitive or sleep issues may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the connection between sleep disruption and cognitive impairment in individuals with methamphetamine use disorder. It aims to understand how sleep issues caused by methamphetamine can lead to difficulties in thinking and memory. The study will involve testing the cognitive abilities of monkeys after administering methamphetamine and sleep aids, providing insights into how these factors interact. By exploring these relationships, the research seeks to identify potential new treatment strategies for improving cognitive function in patients recovering from methamphetamine addiction.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment outcomes for patients with methamphetamine use disorder by addressing sleep-related cognitive impairments.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that addressing sleep disturbances can improve cognitive function in various populations, suggesting that this approach may be promising for methamphetamine users as well.
Where this research is happening
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University of Mississippi Med Ctr
Jackson, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Borgatti, Daniel — University of Mississippi Med Ctr
- Study coordinator: Borgatti, Daniel
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.