Training future researchers in addiction and substance use disorders
Training Program in Substance Use and Use Disorders
This program is designed to help students learn about how drugs affect the brain and lead to addiction, using the great resources at UC Irvine, so they can better understand substance use and its effects on health and society.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California-Irvine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Irvine, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10830261 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program aims to educate and train predoctoral students in the field of addiction neuroscience, focusing on the biological effects of drugs and the mechanisms of addiction. By leveraging the expertise and resources available at UC Irvine, including specialized centers dedicated to addiction research, the program provides a comprehensive educational experience. Trainees will engage in cutting-edge research and gain insights into the complexities of substance use and its impact on health and society.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are predoctoral students interested in pursuing a career in addiction research and neuroscience.
Not a fit: Patients currently undergoing treatment for substance use disorders may not directly benefit from this training program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a new generation of experts who can develop innovative treatments and interventions for substance use disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous training programs in addiction research have successfully produced skilled researchers who have contributed significantly to the field.
Where this research is happening
Irvine, United States
- University of California-Irvine — Irvine, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wood, Marcelo Andres — University of California-Irvine
- Study coordinator: Wood, Marcelo Andres
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.