Research Spotlights

Explore the projects helping to make a difference in the opioid crisis.

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Richard Schottenfeld
HEAL-funded researchers work together with D.C. communities hard-hit by the opioid crisis
Published: May 12, 2023
Topics: NIDA CTN
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bandaged hand typing on keyboard showing carpal tunnel
Treating the brain with non-invasive stimulation
Published: April 26, 2023
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Doctor talking to woman patient in a hospital bed
Can a single dose of ketamine prevent chronic pain and depression after mastectomy?
Published: April 3, 2023
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Microgel spheres containing stem cells for injection into intervertebral discs.
HEAL researchers are creating new tools in the toolbox in the quest to help patients with back pain. Learn about "microgels."
Published: March 23, 2023
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Screenshots from the SurgeryPal app
Examining the Role of Pain Coping Skills
Published: February 28, 2023
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Dr. Allan Basbaum
Dr. Allan Basbaum explains why interacting with pain patients is important for basic scientists.
Published: February 2, 2023
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Deep brain stimulation delivers a mild electrical current through a thin wire to alter brain activity in the brain’s reward center (see red plus sign)
Can resetting brain circuits help people find recovery?
Published: November 15, 2022
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Diverse group of people sitting in a circle talking
Seeking sustainable models of integrated care
Published: October 27, 2022
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Successful approaches to research partnerships with patients and communities
Published: October 6, 2022
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HEAL prevention research targets systems for sustainability
Published: September 7, 2022

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