Improving data and methods to address the opioid crisis
Data and Methods Core
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · RAND CORPORATION · NIH-10877050
This study is looking at how different policies to fight the opioid crisis affect communities in the U.S., so we can better understand what really works to reduce opioid misuse and help people in need.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | RAND CORPORATION (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (SANTA MONICA, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10877050 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the quality of data and analytical methods to evaluate the effectiveness of policies aimed at combating the opioid crisis in the United States. It aims to identify how different opioid policies impact various communities, taking into account local vulnerabilities and structural factors. By addressing the limitations of existing research methods, the project seeks to provide more accurate insights into which initiatives are most effective in reducing opioid misuse and harm. The Data & Methods Core serves as a national resource to support researchers and policymakers in this critical area.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals and communities affected by the opioid crisis, particularly those experiencing disparities in health outcomes.
Not a fit: Patients who are not affected by opioid misuse or who do not reside in areas impacted by the opioid crisis may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective opioid policies that better address the needs of diverse communities, ultimately reducing opioid misuse and its associated harms.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that improving data collection and analysis methods can lead to significant advancements in understanding and addressing public health crises, suggesting that this approach has the potential for success.
Where this research is happening
SANTA MONICA, UNITED STATES
- RAND CORPORATION — SANTA MONICA, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: PACULA, ROSALIE LICCARDO — RAND CORPORATION
- Study coordinator: PACULA, ROSALIE LICCARDO
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.
Conditions: CoV disease