National Institute on Drug Abuse

NIDA is the lead federal agency supporting scientific research on drug use and addiction.

Researcher Kareem Woods working in NIDA's Intramural Research Program in Baltimore, Maryland

Breakthrough findings could lead to more effective prevention and treatment strategies for multiple substance use...

People with lived experience of substance use, medical/scientific research communities, others - Respond by April 27.

NIH-supported study demonstrates injectable ART may improve outcomes in underserved patients

Pregnant people and new parents can have active substance use disorders. They need support, not criminalization.

NIDA Points of Interest

Advancing the science on drug use and addiction

Nora D. Volkow, M.D., became Director of NIDA in May 2003.

Research grants, contracts, and supplements related to drug use and addiction.

Substance use screening tools, guidelines, and other resources.

Programs to support research training from high school through tenure.

Learn about NIDA-supported research and cross-agency research activities on drug use and addiction.

Why Do You Study Addiction Science? introduces viewers to NIDA scientists as they share personal stories in the field of addiction science.

Wednesday, April 26, 2023 1:00pm to 2:00pm

| Virtual

Tuesday, May 16, 2023 to Wednesday, May 17, 2023

| The Natcher Conference Center Auditorium (Building 45), Ruth L. Kirschstein Auditorium, 45 Center Drive, Bethesda, MD 20894