Training future scientists to address substance abuse and addiction
Helping Everyone Achieve a LifeTime of Health - Future Addiction Scientist Training
This study is all about helping new scientists from diverse backgrounds learn more about substance abuse and addiction, so they can make a difference in communities that need support.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Tx Md Anderson Can Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11026413 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research program aims to develop a diverse group of future scientists focused on substance abuse and addiction. It will provide training and education to Doctoral, Postdoctoral, and Early Stage Investigators from underrepresented backgrounds, helping them to advance their careers in health sciences. The program is based at a prominent research institution in Houston, which is known for its diverse population and high rates of substance use issues. By fostering a new generation of researchers, the initiative seeks to address health disparities related to addiction in vulnerable communities.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals from underrepresented backgrounds who are pursuing careers in health sciences and have an interest in substance abuse research.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pursuing a career in health sciences or who do not have an interest in substance abuse research may not receive direct benefits from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment of substance abuse disorders, benefiting patients and communities affected by addiction.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives focused on training diverse scientists in addiction have shown promise in addressing health disparities, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
Houston, United States
- University of Tx Md Anderson Can Ctr — Houston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Reitzel, Lorraine R — University of Tx Md Anderson Can Ctr
- Study coordinator: Reitzel, Lorraine R
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.