Science Policy Branch (SPB)

What We Do:

The Science Policy Branch provides scientific leadership and advice on a wide range of drug use and addiction research and policy issues:

  • Synthesizes and disseminates information about NIDA-supported science and programmatic activities
  • Identifies, analyzes, and prepares briefing materials on behalf of the Institute
  • Provides timely responses to inquiries from Congress, other public agencies, professional organizations, and the public
  • Develops and provides scientific review of NIDA publications and multimedia initiatives
  • Monitors and coordinates NIDA’s response to broad policy issues related to drug use and addiction
  • Coordinates NIDA’s strategic planning, performance reporting, program evaluation, and OMB clearance for NIDA-sponsored data collections