Research Spotlights

Explore the projects helping to make a difference in the opioid crisis.

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Hand of a mother holding baby's hand in a NICU.
NIH HEAL Initiative research seeks better long-term outcomes for babies with neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome, or NOWS.
Published: June 12, 2020
Topics: ACT NOW
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Image of a nerve stimulator, a kind of electrode, being applied.
Researchers develop a new type of injectable electrode for neuromodulation therapy.
Published: June 10, 2020
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Illustration of a device that stimulates the nerves and alleviates phantom limb pain.
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Green and blue Illustration of neurons.
Scientists identified a group of neurons in mice that blunt pain within the brain. Such neurons could be promising targets for new non-addictive therapies for chronic pain.
Published: June 4, 2020
Topics: Novel Targets
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Researcher manipulating a plastic replica of the spine.
A computer model may be able to inspire new insights and treatments.
Published: June 2, 2020
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Graphic depicting the Collaborative Care Model process.
Can a team-based approach improve treatment for people with both opioid use disorder and mental health conditions?
Published: May 20, 2020
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Illustration depicting the holistic treatment approach of the researchers' project.
Research explores the integration of medication-based treatment with the healing traditions of American Indian and Alaska Native communities.
Published: May 15, 2020
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A mother and her newborn baby boy are indoors in a hospital. The mother is holding her baby while laying in the hospital bed. Their doctor is smiling down at the baby.
NIH HEAL Initiative study aims to improve outcomes for mothers after cesarean deliveries.
Published: May 5, 2020
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Three women stand next to each other in front of a fence at a horse farm.
An NIH HEAL Initiative project is studying whether a telemedicine system to connect women with treatment providers and peer support before their release from jail can help the women stay in treatment and recover from opioid use disorder once in the community.
Published: April 29, 2020
Topics: JCOIN
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A smiling woman next to the words, “First, I’ll teach you how pain is affected by — and how it affects — your actions, feelings, and thoughts.”
Research funded by the NIH HEAL Initiative® is studying whether a web-based program can help people cope with chronic pain.
Published: April 17, 2020

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