Training program for addiction research at Rutgers University
Official title: Rutgers Training in Addiction Research Program
Funded at Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences · NIH-10895474 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This program is designed to help new researchers learn about addiction by bringing together experts at Rutgers University, so they can understand everything from the brain's biology to how addiction affects behavior, all while working with a diverse group of fellow trainees.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Newark, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | July 3, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $414,832 |
| NIH project number | 5T32DA055569-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10895474 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation would be individuals pursuing advanced degrees in fields related to addiction research.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in academic or research training related to addiction may not benefit from this program.
What this research studies
This program aims to enhance training in substance use disorder research by bringing together various strengths in basic and human imaging research at Rutgers University. It focuses on recruiting a diverse group of predoctoral and postdoctoral researchers to provide them with comprehensive training in addiction-focused research. Trainees will learn about addiction neuroscience from cellular mechanisms to behavioral outcomes, guided by experienced faculty members with extensive expertise in the field. The program includes integrated events and courses designed to foster collaboration and interdisciplinary learning.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research program could lead to improved understanding and treatment of addiction disorders through enhanced training of future researchers.
How similar studies have gone: Previous training programs in addiction research have shown success in developing skilled researchers who contribute significantly to the field.
Where this research is happening
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Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences
Newark, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Pierce, Robert Christopher — Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Pierce, Robert Christopher
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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.