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Improving treatment engagement for opioid addiction

Official title: EXEMPLAR HOSPITAL INITIATION TRIAL TO ENHANCE TREATMENT ENGAGEMENT (CTN-0098). JUNE 10, 2024 TO NOVEMBER 1, 2026. N01DA-22-2253. TASK ORDER NO. 75N95024F00003 (TO19).

Funded at The Emmes Company, LLC · NIH-11220974 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is all about finding better ways to help people with opioid addiction stick to their treatment, working with hospitals to make it easier for patients to get the support they need.

Quick facts

Grant typeNIH-funded research
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionThe Emmes Company, LLC
NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Rockville, United States)
Project startJune 10, 2024
Project endNovember 1, 2026
Funding year2024
Award (this year)$622,266
NIH project number75N95022D00017-0-759502400003-1
Project IDNIH-11220974 on NIH RePORTER

Who could benefit from this research

Could help

Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who are currently struggling with opioid addiction or dependence.

Less likely to help

Patients who are not experiencing opioid addiction or those who are already in effective treatment programs may not benefit from this research.

What this research studies

This research focuses on enhancing treatment engagement for individuals struggling with opioid addiction. It is part of the NIH's HEAL initiative, which aims to develop effective solutions to the opioid crisis. The project will involve collaboration with hospitals to implement strategies that encourage patients to participate in treatment programs. By utilizing evidence-based approaches, the research seeks to identify barriers to treatment and improve patient outcomes.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective treatment strategies that help individuals overcome opioid addiction.

How similar studies have gone: Previous research under the HEAL initiative has shown promise in developing effective interventions for opioid addiction, indicating that this approach has potential for success.

Where this research is happening

  • The Emmes Company, LLC
    Rockville, United States
    Active

Researchers

  • Principal investigator: Mccormack, Jennifer — The Emmes Company, LLC
  • Study coordinator: Mccormack, Jennifer

Related research

Other NIH-funded projects on the same topics.

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.
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