Expanding medication treatment for opioid use in rural areas
Official title: RURAL EXPANSION OF MEDICATION TREATMENT FOR OPIOID USE DISORDER (CTN-0102). AUGUST 1, 2024 TO MARCH 31, 2026. N01DA-22-2253. TASK ORDER NO. 75N95024F00008 (TO24).
Funded at The Emmes Company, LLC · NIH-11220981 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to make it easier for people in rural areas who are dealing with opioid use disorder to get the medication and support they need to recover and stay healthy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | The Emmes Company, LLC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rockville, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2024 |
| Project end | March 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $771,451 |
| NIH project number | 75N95022D00017-0-759502400008-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11220981 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living in rural areas who are experiencing opioid use disorder or misuse.
✕Less likely to help
Patients living in urban areas or those who do not struggle with opioid use disorder may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance access to medication treatment for individuals struggling with opioid use disorder in rural communities. By implementing strategies that address the unique challenges faced by these populations, the project seeks to improve treatment outcomes and reduce opioid misuse. The approach involves collaboration with local healthcare providers to ensure that effective medications are available and that patients receive the necessary support for recovery.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve access to effective treatments for opioid use disorder in underserved rural populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous initiatives targeting opioid treatment in rural settings have shown promise, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
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The Emmes Company, LLC
Rockville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mccormack, Jennifer — The Emmes Company, LLC
- Study coordinator: Mccormack, Jennifer
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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.