A course on the genetics of addiction
Short Course on the Genetics of Addiction
This friendly course is designed for anyone interested in understanding how genetics play a role in drug addiction, helping you learn how to study and analyze research in this area, and even share your own findings!
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Jackson Laboratory NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bar Harbor, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10889052 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This annual course provides participants with in-depth knowledge about genetic applications in drug addiction research, focusing on both human studies and animal models. Attendees will engage in methodological instruction, including the analysis of literature and data sets related to addiction. The course features plenary sessions on advancements in addiction genetics and opportunities for participants to present their own research. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped to design and interpret genetic studies relevant to addiction and utilize online resources for their research.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this course are researchers and students with a strong interest in genetics and addiction.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in research or do not have a background in genetics may not benefit from this course.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance the understanding of genetic factors in addiction, leading to improved treatment strategies.
How similar studies have performed: Previous iterations of this course have shown success in educating researchers about addiction genetics.
Where this research is happening
Bar Harbor, United States
- Jackson Laboratory — Bar Harbor, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chesler, Elissa J — Jackson Laboratory
- Study coordinator: Chesler, Elissa J
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.