Understanding the Link Between Substance Misuse and Chronic Disease at Brown University
Substance Misuse and Chronic Disease Research
With the support of a significant $12.3M federal grant, Brown University is set to revolutionize its research on substance misuse and the impact on chronic diseases. The Center for Addiction and Disease Risk Exacerbation will focus on identifying the biological and behavioral links that connect these critical health issues.
Building on Previous Research
This renewed funding from the National Institutes of Health follows earlier investigations demonstrating that patterns of substance use can dramatically affect disease progression. Researchers will endeavor to understand not just the presence of substance misuse, but how these behaviors interact with chronic conditions.
- Enhancing Knowledge: The aim is to deepen the scientific understanding of how substance use exacerbates conditions such as diabetes and heart disease.
- Collaborative Efforts: Utilizing interdisciplinary approaches, the research will include clinical trials and community-based studies.
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