Beyond the NIDA International Fellowship: Alumni Stories of Career Growth and Impact

NIDA International Fellowships support scientists at various stages of their career path to come to the United States and train with NIDA-funded researchers. The fellowships provide scholars with training and connections to help advance their careers in drug use and addiction research and improve health worldwide. The fellowship alumni featured below come from diverse backgrounds, including academic research, policy, clinical work, and social psychology.  

Through their participation in NIDA International Fellowships, these scholars gained professional skills, knowledge, and connections with other researchers. According to the alumni, the fellowships were pivotal in advancing their careers, from enhancing their critical thinking abilities and technical skills to expanding their professional networks.

The NIDA International Program is pleased to highlight the following fellowship alumni. Learn more about their professional development, career paths, and where they are today:

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Dr. Felix Kessler

Felix Kessler (Brazil)
2013 DISCA Senior Researcher

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Dr. Suzanne Nielsen

Suzanne Nielsen (Australia)
2009 INVEST-CTN Fellow

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Leonardo Rabena Estacio, Jr.

Leonardo Rabena Estacio, Jr. (Philippines)
1998 Humphrey Fellow
2008 INVEST Fellow

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Martin O. Agwogie

Martin O. Agwogie (Nigeria)
2017 Humphrey Fellow

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Dr. Antonis Gardikiotis

Antonis Gardikiotis (Greece)
2013 INVEST Fellow