Training scientists to understand drug abuse biology

Postdoctoral Training in the Biology of Drug Abuse

NIH-funded research University of Michigan at Ann Arbor · NIH-10846170

This program is designed for new scientists and doctors who want to learn about how drugs affect the brain and behavior, helping them become experts in understanding and treating substance abuse.

Quick facts

Grant typeTraining grant
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionUniversity of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Ann Arbor, United States)
Project IDNIH-10846170 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This program offers postdoctoral training for early-stage scientists and physicians focused on the neurobiology of substance abuse. Participants will engage in a multidisciplinary environment at the University of Michigan, learning about the genetic, molecular, and behavioral aspects of drug addiction. The training includes hands-on research using advanced techniques to explore how drugs affect the brain and behavior, as well as developing essential skills for scientific communication and mentorship. This initiative aims to cultivate the next generation of experts in the field of drug abuse.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are early-stage scientists and physicians interested in the biology of drug abuse.

Not a fit: Patients currently undergoing treatment for substance abuse may not directly benefit from this training program.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment strategies for substance abuse disorders.

How similar studies have performed: Previous training programs in similar fields have successfully produced advancements in understanding and treating substance abuse disorders.

Where this research is happening

Ann Arbor, United States

Researchers

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 below.
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