Research at CRIA
CRIA scientists are engaged in dozens of short- and long-term research projects on addiction-related topics, including alcohol and illicit drug use and abuse, prescription drug abuse, smoking, addiction treatment and infant/child development.
CRIA is a recognized leader, both nationally and internationally, in the study of substance abuse and addiction. Our researchers work in a culture of scientific and organizational support that nurtures creativity, multidisciplinary thinking and research success.
Researchers employ a wide range of standard and cutting-edge methodologies, including surveys, laboratory experiments, ecological momentary assessments, clinical outcome studies, Web-based assessments, neuroimaging and sophisticated statistical techniques.
Research Funding
CRIA historically acquires a mix of support from New York State, federal, foundation and corporation sources for conducting research.
Current research is supported by:
National Institutes of Health
- National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA)
- National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
- National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
National Institute of Justice
Subaccounts with UB colleagues:
Industrial and Systems Engineering, NIAAA
School of Public Health and Health Professions, NIDA
Subawards with colleagues from other institutions:
Stonybrook University, SUNY REACH
