Reducing Opioid Abuse Liability: Insights from a $2.3 Million NIDA Grant
NIDA Grant Recognition
Cooper Medical School of Rowan University (CMSRU) is excited to announce the remarkable achievement of Amanda Fakira, PhD, an assistant professor in biomedical sciences. She has received a prestigious R01 grant from the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), totaling $2.3 million, dedicated to researching novel approaches for reducing the abuse liability of opioids.
Innovative Strategies for Opioid Research
This significant funding will empower Dr. Fakira to conduct groundbreaking studies targeted at formulating innovative strategies aimed at addressing opioid addiction. The emphasis will be on exploring new methodologies that can effectively mitigate the risks associated with opioid use and dependency.
- Focus on preventative measures to combat opioid addiction.
- Investigation into safer alternatives for pain management.
- Collaboration with leading experts in addiction science.
As opioid abuse remains a critical public health issue, the efforts spearheaded by Dr. Fakira through this esteemed grant represent a profound commitment to improving health outcomes for individuals at risk of addiction.
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