Identifying biomarkers for opioid use disorder
Official title: Biomarkers for Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
Funded at Highland Instruments, INC. · NIH-10740639 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking for better ways to diagnose and predict opioid use disorder, so that people dealing with opioid addiction can get more personalized and effective treatment options.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 1 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Highland Instruments, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cambridge, United States) |
| Project start | September 15, 2023 |
| Project end | September 14, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $320,000 |
| NIH project number | 1R43DA058979-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10740639 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with opioid use disorder or those at risk of developing it.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have opioid use disorder or are not at risk for it may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing biomarkers that can help diagnose and predict opioid use disorder (OUD) more accurately than current methods. By utilizing advanced algorithms and clinical markers, the study aims to improve the understanding of OUD and enhance treatment options. Patients will be evaluated using various diagnostic tools, which may lead to more personalized and effective interventions. The goal is to address the limitations of existing treatments and provide better outcomes for individuals struggling with opioid addiction.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate diagnoses and improved treatment strategies for patients with opioid use disorder.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in identifying biomarkers for various substance use disorders, indicating potential success for this approach in opioid use disorder.
Where this research is happening
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Highland Instruments, INC.
Cambridge, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dipietro, Laura — Highland Instruments, INC.
- Study coordinator: Dipietro, Laura
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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.