Training underrepresented students in addiction research
Official title: Training in Research Undergraduate Experience through the Rutgers Addiction Research Center: The TRUE RARC Scholar Program
Funded at Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences · NIH-10987564 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This program is designed to give students from underrepresented backgrounds a chance to explore addiction research through hands-on experiences and mentorship, helping them build important skills and confidence for future careers in science and technology.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Newark, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | August 15, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $262,136 |
| NIH project number | 1R25DA061485-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10987564 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this program are undergraduate students from underrepresented groups interested in pursuing careers in addiction research.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not undergraduate students or who do not belong to underrepresented groups in research may not benefit from this program.
What this research studies
This program aims to create an undergraduate research experience focused on addiction research for students from underrepresented groups. It provides training that helps students develop essential research skills, gain confidence, and envision careers in science and technology. By participating, students will engage in a structured curriculum that includes hands-on research opportunities and mentorship from experienced faculty at Rutgers. The program seeks to address disparities in addiction science and improve outcomes for diverse populations.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a more diverse workforce in addiction research, ultimately improving treatment outcomes for various populations.
How similar studies have gone: Similar programs have shown success in increasing diversity in STEM fields and improving educational outcomes for underrepresented students.
Where this research is happening
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Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences
Newark, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dick, Danielle M — Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Dick, Danielle M
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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.