Developing new medications for treating drug addiction
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This study is all about finding new medications to help people struggling with drug addiction, so they can have better treatment options in the future.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Research Triangle Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Research Triangle Park, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11127349 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating and evaluating new medications aimed at treating drug addiction. It involves establishing a centralized repository of compounds that can be tested for their effectiveness as treatment agents. By collaborating with various NIH institutes, the project aims to enhance the understanding of drug dependence and improve clinical outcomes for patients struggling with addiction. Patients may benefit from innovative treatment options that emerge from this research.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who are experiencing drug addiction or dependence.
Not a fit: Patients who are not currently struggling with drug addiction may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new and effective medications for individuals struggling with drug addiction.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives have shown promise in developing new treatments for drug addiction, indicating that this approach has the potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Research Triangle Park, United States
- Research Triangle Institute — Research Triangle Park, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Runyon, Scott P — Research Triangle Institute
- Study coordinator: Runyon, Scott P
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.