Transforming care for opioid addiction and overdose
Core C: Translational and Transformative Research
This study is working to find better ways to help people in Rhode Island who are dealing with opioid addiction and overdose, by creating new support tools for doctors and researchers to improve care and share helpful information with patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Rhode Island Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Providence, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10923915 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the opioid crisis, which has led to a significant increase in drug overdose deaths, particularly in Rhode Island. It aims to develop and disseminate new interventions and approaches to improve the care of individuals struggling with opioid addiction and overdose. By providing support and resources to researchers and clinicians, the project seeks to enhance the effectiveness of translational research and ensure that findings are effectively communicated to patients and healthcare providers. The initiative will also involve collaboration with local institutions to foster skill development and innovative solutions in the field.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include adults over 21 years old who are experiencing opioid addiction or are at risk of overdose.
Not a fit: Patients who are not affected by opioid addiction or overdose may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective treatments and interventions for patients suffering from opioid addiction, ultimately reducing overdose deaths.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in developing interventions for opioid addiction, indicating that this approach has the potential for meaningful impact.
Where this research is happening
Providence, United States
- Rhode Island Hospital — Providence, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Green, Traci C — Rhode Island Hospital
- Study coordinator: Green, Traci C
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.