Improving addiction treatment for rural Marylanders affected by polysubstance use
Official title: ARTEMIS: Advancing Addiction Research and Treatment through Engagement with Rural Marylanders Impacted by PolySubstance Use
Funded at University of Maryland Baltimore · NIH-11124592 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to improve addiction treatment for people in rural Maryland who use multiple substances by listening to their experiences and creating a resource center that makes it easier for them to get the help they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Maryland Baltimore NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2024 |
| Project end | April 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $417,587 |
| NIH project number | 5R24DA061178-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11124592 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living in rural Maryland who are experiencing polysubstance use and seeking treatment.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not reside in rural areas or who are not affected by polysubstance use may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance addiction treatment services for individuals in rural Maryland who are affected by polysubstance use. By incorporating the perspectives of those directly impacted, the project seeks to create a patient engagement resource center that addresses barriers to care and improves access to treatment. The research team will work closely with local health departments and community members to gather insights and develop effective strategies for service delivery. This approach emphasizes collaboration and aims to ensure that the voices of patients are central to the development of addiction treatment solutions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved access to addiction treatment services for rural populations, ultimately reducing overdose-related deaths.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in similar community-engaged approaches to improving addiction treatment, indicating that this method is promising.
Where this research is happening
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University of Maryland Baltimore
Baltimore, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kattakuzhy, Sarah M. — University of Maryland Baltimore
- Study coordinator: Kattakuzhy, Sarah M.
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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.