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Research Spotlights
Explore the projects helping to make a difference in the opioid crisis.
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An NIH HEAL Initiative® research team is searching for new targets for non-addictive pain treatments
Published: October 5, 2020
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Novel Targets
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The NIH HEAL Initiative wants to learn from examples of successful strategies used by researchers that meet patients where they are and invite them to join the research process. Email HEALquestion@od.nih.gov
Published: August 19, 2020
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From surgery and drugs to cell-based therapies, researchers will test innovative, non-addictive approaches for treating pain.
Published: August 5, 2020
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EPPIC-Net
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The NIH HEAL Initiative supports research that looks at the relationship of prenatal exposure of opioids on brain function in infants. Research also studies the role that prenatal exposure to opioids might play in the emergence of cognitive and behavioral issues.
Published: July 29, 2020
Topics:
HBCD Study
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Project aims to improve pain relief while supporting treatment for opioid use disorder and long-term recovery.
Published: July 27, 2020
Topics:
Behavioral Research
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