NIDA Researchers and Scholars Joint Work Group Meeting
Details
Location: Bethesda, Maryland, Doubletree Bethesda Hotel and Executive Meeting Center
Date: September 29, 2008 (All day) to September 30, 2008 (All day)
Meeting Materials
Summary
The Special Populations Office, Office of the Director (OD), National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), organized the NIDA Researchers and Scholars Joint Work Group Meeting on September 29–30, 2008, at the Doubletree Bethesda Hotel and Executive Meeting Center. The meeting convened members of the African American, American Indian-Alaska Native, Asian American–Pacific Islander, the National Hispanic Science Network workgroups, and NIDA staff. Individual workgroups provided updates on their initiatives that focused on training and mentoring early/new investigators in pursuit of research careers in the field of substance abuse and addiction. Recent activities included research and technical assistance training workshops, a mentoring program, and a mini medical school. NIDA Director Nora Volkow, M.D., provided an opening address and discussed NIDA's research priorities. NIDA Division Directors and representatives provided updates on their research portfolios and current funding opportunities.
Upcoming Meetings & Events
Attention
Due to the lapse in government funding, the information on this web site may not be up to date, transactions submitted via the web site may not be processed, and the agency may not be able to respond to inquiries until appropriations are enacted. Updates regarding government operating status and resumption of normal operations can be found at
Looking for Treatment?
Use the SAMHSA Treatment Locator or 1-800-662-HELP.
Helpline open during government shutdown
Contact Press Office
301-443-6245 (8:30 - 5:30 ET)
media@nida.nih.gov