Improving opioid treatment for individuals involved in the justice system
Official title: Justice Community Opioid Innovation Network (JCOIN): TCU Clinical Research Center
Funded at Texas Christian University · NIH-10620705 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how to better help people in the justice system who are at risk of using opioids by improving their access to health services and support as they return to their communities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Texas Christian University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Fort Worth, United States) |
| Project start | July 15, 2019 |
| Project end | April 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $1,895,629 |
| NIH project number | 5UG1DA050074-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-10620705 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals aged 21 and older who have a history of opioid use and are involved in the justice system.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in the justice system or do not have a history of opioid use may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the opioid crisis among individuals who are involved in the justice system. It aims to enhance access to and retention in community behavioral health and medical services for those at risk of opioid use. The approach includes collaboration, training, and data sharing among various agencies to improve public health and safety outcomes. By comparing different implementation strategies, the research seeks to determine the most effective methods for supporting these individuals as they reintegrate into the community.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better treatment options and outcomes for individuals with opioid use issues who are reentering society after involvement with the justice system.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in improving treatment outcomes for justice-involved individuals through collaborative approaches, making this study a continuation of those efforts.
Where this research is happening
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Texas Christian University
Fort Worth, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Knight, Kevin — Texas Christian University
- Study coordinator: Knight, Kevin
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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.