Cocaine : Science World Report

Aug 04, 2016 04:59 AM EDT

Cocaine Changes The Brain To Create Cravings, Study Reveals

A study revealed that the use of cocaine can change the brain structure and connectivity which leads to cravings.

Jan 12, 2016 10:55 AM EST

'Back Door' in the Brain May be Linked to Cocaine Addiction

Scientists may have discovered an unknown "back door" into the brain linked to cocaine addiction. The findings may explain why individuals addicted to the substance may have trouble dropping the habit.

Nov 25, 2015 04:30 PM EST

How Cocaine Alters the Brain: Drug's Impact on Neural Function

How does cocaine change the human brain? Scientists have taken a closer look at this drug and the brains of users to better understand what goes on when the drug is taken.

Jul 24, 2015 12:46 PM EDT

Fish May be Getting High on Cocaine: River Pollution from Treatment Plants

Are fish getting high on cocaine? Scientists have discovered morphine, cocaine and oxycodone in the surface waters in Canadian rivers.

Jun 19, 2015 03:14 PM EDT

Cocaine And HIV: Drug Use Increases Risk Of Infection

New findings published in the journal Scientific Reports show a connection between cocaine use and potential HIV infection.

May 15, 2015 12:28 PM EDT

New Drug Test Detects Cocaine Use with Your Fingerprint

Researchers may be able to tell whether or not someone uses drugs simply by using their fingerprint. Scientists have created a new non-invasive test that can detect cocaine use through a person's fingerprint.

Jun 19, 2014 02:46 PM EDT

New Drug Tracking System Could Help DEA Get More Cocaine Busts

The global network of drug trafficking is difficult for law enforcement to keep up with. Even the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration has a tough time tracking down criminals, but that could soon change with a new cocaine tracking system.

Apr 24, 2014 06:51 AM EDT

New Compound May Combat Cocaine Addiction by Targeting the Brain

A novel compound may just help cocaine users get over their addiction. Researchers have found that the compound targets an important brain receptor and has a dramatic effect against cocaine addiction behaviors, including relapse behavior.

Nov 13, 2013 12:25 PM EST

First Use of Cocaine may be Detected in Biofluids

Cocaine is a powerfully addictive stimulant drug that's made from leaves of the coca plant that are native to South America. It produces short-term euphoric conditions that can produce potentially dangerous physical effects, including high heart rate and increased blood pressure.