Faster opioid overdose data and response for Kentucky
Rapid Actionable Data for Opioid Response in Kentucky (RADOR-KY)
This project will deliver faster, local information about opioid overdoses to help Kentucky communities and health teams target lifesaving services.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Kentucky NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lexington, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11364662 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
They will link state and local health records, emergency response data, and other sources to produce near–real-time overdose reports for counties and neighborhoods. Algorithms and analytics will be used to spot overdose hotspots and trends so responders know where to send resources quickly. The team at the University of Kentucky will share actionable dashboards and reports with public health agencies, clinics, and community partners. The work builds on existing overdose data programs to speed up how information reaches people who plan and deliver care.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Residents of Kentucky who have opioid use disorder, a recent nonfatal overdose, or who live in communities with increasing overdose rates are the most relevant groups for this work.
Not a fit: People living outside Kentucky or those affected only by non-opioid substance use are unlikely to receive direct benefits from this project.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, people at risk could get faster access to naloxone, treatment, and prevention services in areas where overdoses are rising.
How similar studies have performed: This builds on programs like Overdose Data to Action and HEALing Communities that have helped direct resources and reduce overdoses in some areas.
Where this research is happening
Lexington, United States
- University of Kentucky — Lexington, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Slavova, Svetla Stefanova — University of Kentucky
- Study coordinator: Slavova, Svetla Stefanova
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.