A conference focused on improving addiction treatment and prevention services.
Official title: The Addiction Health Services Research (ASHR) conference
Funded at University of Wisconsin-Madison · NIH-11083627 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about bringing together people who work in addiction treatment, like researchers and healthcare providers, to share ideas and find better ways to help those struggling with addiction, especially those who need it the most.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Wisconsin-Madison NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Madison, United States) |
| Project start | May 1, 2023 |
| Project end | April 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $19,900 |
| NIH project number | 5R13DA058506-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11083627 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals affected by addiction, particularly those from disadvantaged communities or minority groups.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not affected by addiction or substance use disorders may not receive any direct benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research involves organizing the Addiction Health Services Research conference, which aims to bring together researchers, policymakers, and treatment providers to discuss and enhance the delivery of addiction prevention and treatment services. The conference will address the significant service gaps in the current system, particularly affecting disadvantaged populations. By fostering collaboration and sharing innovative ideas, the conference seeks to develop effective strategies for integrating addiction treatment into mainstream healthcare. Participants will engage in discussions about redesigning systems to improve public health outcomes related to substance misuse.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved addiction treatment and prevention services, ultimately benefiting individuals struggling with substance use disorders.
How similar studies have gone: Previous conferences focused on addiction health services have shown success in fostering collaboration and generating actionable insights, indicating that this approach is effective.
Where this research is happening
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University of Wisconsin-Madison
Madison, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Brown, Randall T — University of Wisconsin-Madison
- Study coordinator: Brown, Randall T
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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.