Developing new medications to treat drug addiction
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This study is working on new medications to help people dealing with drug addiction, looking at how these drugs work in the body and making sure they're safe and effective before trying them out with patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Sri International NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Menlo Park, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10710585 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating new medications specifically designed to help individuals struggling with drug addiction. It involves laboratory evaluations to understand how these drugs are metabolized and their effects on the body before they are tested in clinical settings. The approach includes studying the pharmacology and potential toxicity of these medications to ensure their safety and effectiveness. Patients may benefit from innovative treatment options that could improve recovery outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who are struggling with drug addiction and are seeking new treatment options.
Not a fit: Patients who are not currently experiencing drug addiction or those who have not responded to previous treatments may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new and effective medications that significantly improve treatment options for individuals with drug addiction.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research in developing medications for addiction has shown promise, indicating that innovative approaches can lead to successful treatment options.
Where this research is happening
Menlo Park, United States
- Sri International — Menlo Park, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bastida, Mary — Sri International
- Study coordinator: Bastida, Mary
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.