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Naroditsky death linked to multiple drugs in toxicology report; FIDE weighs action against Kramnik
us-news1 month ago

Naroditsky death linked to multiple drugs in toxicology report; FIDE weighs action against Kramnik

American chess grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky died in October 2025 in Charlotte, NC; a toxicology report showed methamphetamine, amphetamine and kratom-related compounds in his system, while investigators considered overdose or suicide. Friends found him unconscious, and a dispute with Vladimir Kramnik prompted a FIDE inquiry into possible sanctions.

Prenatal Amphetamines Disrupt Brain Development
neuroscience1 year ago

Prenatal Amphetamines Disrupt Brain Development

A study using C. elegans reveals that prenatal exposure to high doses of amphetamines causes long-term changes in dopamine-related genes and proteins, leading to increased sensitivity to amphetamines in adulthood. This research underscores the potential risks of amphetamine use during pregnancy and highlights the need for further investigation into its long-lasting effects on brain function.