A center focused on the connection between substance use and chronic disease.
Administrative Core
This study is looking at how using substances affects people with chronic diseases, and it's for anyone interested in improving health in underserved communities while also helping to support diverse researchers in the field.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Brown University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Providence, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11179508 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research initiative aims to enhance the understanding of how substance use impacts chronic diseases through a multidisciplinary approach. It involves collaboration among Brown University, its affiliated hospitals, and the community to provide leadership and administrative support for various projects. The program includes mentoring for researchers and aims to increase diversity in the biomedical workforce while addressing health issues in underserved communities. Continuous evaluation of the center's projects ensures ongoing improvement and effectiveness.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals affected by chronic diseases who may also have a history of substance use.
Not a fit: Patients with chronic diseases unrelated to substance use may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for managing chronic diseases linked to substance use.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in addressing the links between substance use and chronic diseases, indicating that this approach is promising.
Where this research is happening
Providence, United States
- Brown University — Providence, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ahluwalia, Jasjit Singh — Brown University
- Study coordinator: Ahluwalia, Jasjit Singh
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 below.