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

Addiction to nicotine in tobacco remains the most deadly substance use disorder

Meeting people where they are to provide harm reduction & healthcare without stigma

NIH study highlights the need to proactively screen for, prevent, and treat cannabis use disorder among young people

Study identifies potential of support programs to decrease health impacts of socioeconomic inequities

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.

New NIDA animation tackles a common question and explains the science behind drug use and addiction to help light the path towards recovery.

Thursday, June 8, 2023 to Friday, June 9, 2023

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Monday, June 12, 2023 to Tuesday, June 13, 2023

| Bethesda, Maryland and Virtual