Pilot Study Support Program for Emerging Investigators in Longitudinal Substance Abuse Research The Pilot Study Support Program of the UCLA Center for Advancing Longitudinal Drug Abuse Research (CALDAR) aims to support new and innovative science in the field of longitudinal substance abuse research and to promote the career development of emerging investigators in this field. The program will provide up to $20,000 to as many as three investigators to conduct short-term (one year) pilot studies in CALDAR’s priority areas of research.
Priority Areas of Research
CALDAR is focused on increasing understanding of recovery from substance abuse by offering unique opportunities to empirically investigate patterns and stages of recovery in relation to diverse definitions, factors that facilitate recovery, and potential elements and processes to be considered in establishing a system of continuing care or addiction management. Of particular interest are innovative pilot studies that are multi-disciplinary (e.g., research on genetics, neuroimaging, or HIV and their interplay with substance use behaviors), involve new conceptual developments in and applications of quantitative methods in longitudinal drug abuse research, or focus on recovery.
Expectations and Eligibility
Pilot studies are expected to (1) lead to larger projects that will be appropriate for independent funding from a government agency or private foundation and (2) result in at least one peer-reviewed publication. Awardees will be required to confer quarterly with their assigned CALDAR contact person, in addition to submitting progress and status reports as necessary. To apply, applicants must hold a doctoral or other advanced degree, be an emerging investigator, and be affiliated with a research institution/organization. Minority researchers and researchers focused on health disparities are encouraged to apply.
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Posted: 11/8/11
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