Rutgers Addiction Research Center (RARC)

SSW Webinar - The Opioid Crisis in NJ: Current Trends and Evidence-Based Treatment Options
2024-08-20 09:30 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual
This interactive webinar will discuss the latest developments and trends regarding natural opiates, semi-synthetic opioids, and synthetic opioids. Participants will be able to identify national and local NJ trends with regards to prescribing practices and new legislation, opioid overdoses and trends with opioid use. Participants will be able to distinguish the difference between which drugs are considered naturally occurring opiates, which are considered semi-synthetic opioids and which are considered synthetic opioids. Participants will be introduced into the assessment of and treatment of Opioid Use Disorders via the DSM 5 criteria, the latest nationally recognized medicated assisted treatment and the non-medication assisted treatment approaches when working with clients. Participants will be able to identify three different medicated assisted treatments (MAT), and discussion of medicinal marijuana being added as an MAT option. Webinar participants will be introduced to a harm reduction treatment paradigm and will be able to identify at least 3 different harm reduction principles when working with clients. Finally, participants will engage in an interactive case that will develop throughout the webinar and have different objectives (e.g., assessing a proper level of care, and then incorporating a harm reduction treatment orientation with the client in regards to their MAT decision process). [This webinar will complete your prescription opioid social work license requirement]

Instructor:
Glenn Duncan, LPC, LCADC, CCS, ACS

Date:
Tuesday, August 20, 2024

Time:
9:30 am – 12:30 pm ET

Location:
Live Interactive Online Webinar

For registration, click here.

NeC-ROTAC Webinar - Building Bridges Between Harm Reduction and Treatment for People with Substance Use Disorders
2024-08-28 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual
In recent years, there has been growing support for a harm reduction approach to drug policy, which emphasizes reducing some of the negative consequences associated with drug use through a variety of public health measures. Historically, this approach has been a core value of syringe service programs, expanding into other settings particularly as rising overdose deaths have made educating people about overdose risks and distributing naloxone more urgent.
This workshop will explore how harm reduction is evolving, different interpretations of harm reduction, and ways to build bridges between harm reduction services and the continuum of care for people who use drugs, with a focus on rural communities. Discussion topics will include how harm reduction providers are offering or connecting participants to various types of treatment, broadly defined, and how treatment providers are incorporating harm reduction strategies into their services.
Presenter: Susan Stellin, MPH
For registration, click here.

Addiction Policy Forum Webinar - Digging into the BioPsychoSocial: Addressing the Holistic, Multifaceted Needs of Individuals in Treatment and Recovery
2024-08-28 13:00 - 14:30 | Virtual
Join this free webinar to learn about the biological, psychological, and social needs of individuals in treatment and recovery from a substance use disorder with Dr. James H. Berry, Professor and Chair of the Department of Behavioral Medicine and Psychiatry and the Director of Addictions at the West Virginia University School of Medicine.

The biopsychosocial model addresses the biological, psychological, and social factors that contribute to many chronic illnesses, including addiction. Biopsychosocial recognizes that there are multiple pathways to addiction, such as genetic predisposition, psychiatric and psychological factors like trauma or unhealthy coping skills, and social factors like having substance-using peers. Join us to hear from Dr. Berry about these three critical domains in recovery and the need to build individualized, tailored treatment plans.

Speaker: James H. Berry, DO is Professor and Chair of the Department of Behavioral Medicine and Psychiatry at West Virginia University School of Medicine and the Director of Addictions. He is board-certified in both General Psychiatry and Addiction Psychiatry. He received his medical degree from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine, completed a General Psychiatry residency at West Virginia University, and an Addiction Psychiatry fellowship at the University of Hawaii. He and his colleagues at WVU have developed innovative community-based treatment models in response to the addiction crisis in Appalachia and are actively engaged in novel National Institute of Drug Abuse-supported neuromodulation research related to substance use disorders through WVU’s Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute.
For registration, click here.

SAMHSA Webinar - Whole Health Recovery Approaches featuring Dr. Peggy Swarbrick
2024-09-03 13:00 - 14:30 | Virtual
To kick off Recovery Month, we are taking a closer look at whole health approaches to a more joyful and fulfilling life, particularly for those with mental health and substance use conditions. In this webinar, we will review the eight dimensions of wellness to create a healthier life and highlight ways these have been used in various settings with various populations. This webinar will be relevant for families, people with mental health conditions, peer support specialists and other health professionals, including state and county providers and organizations that want to learn more about the eight dimensions of wellness and how they can be used for wellness initiatives. Led by subject matter experts on recovery and integrated health and wellness, we will also share valuable resources and strategies for transformative change during this event.

Presenters:

Dr. Peggy Swarbrick, Rutgers University, Professor Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology and ScarletWell Director; Collaborative Support Programs of New Jersey Wellness Institute
Arielle Estes, NCPRSS, CPRS, Peer Support Specialist III, Intensive Recovery Treatment Support (IRTS), Community Based Services, Rutgers, University Behavioral Health Care
Dr. Benjamin Kligler, Executive Director, Office of Patient Centered Care & Cultural Transformation, Veterans Health Administration

Training in Addiction Research Program (TARP) Journal Club
2024-09-04 12:00 - 13:00 | Dean’s Conference Room, Research Tower, Busch Campus, 675 Hoes Lane, West Piscataway, 08854
Date: Wednesday, September 4, 2024
Time: 12:00 p.m.
In-person Location: Dean’s Conference Room, Research Tower, Busch Campus, 675 Hoes Ln W, Piscataway, NJ 08854
Virtual via Zoom: CLICK HERE
Meeting ID: 936 9263 4259
Password: [REDACTED]
Join us for the TARP Journal Club, where Maia Choi from the Behavioral and Systems Neuroscience Program in the Department of Psychology will present on the paper titled “Multivariate Analysis of 1.5 Million People Identifies Genetic Associations with Traits Related to Self-Regulation and Addiction.” Maia will review genome-wide association studies, discuss externalizing behaviors and disorders, and explore different measurements and aspects of impulsivity.
Click here to download the PDF of the paper for your review before the meeting, which is highly encouraged. If you have any questions or specific topics you’d like Maia to cover, please email them to her at them to her by Monday, September 4, 2024. These events are for all TARP and RARC faculty and trainees, as well as collaborators and friends, so feel free to pass along the invitation to others. Food and drinks will be provided.

Cape Cod Symposium on Addictive Disorders - Rising Above the Challenges, Reversing the Numbers, & Celebrating Recovery, Together!
2024-09-05 09:00 - 2024-09-08 17:00
The field of addiction treatment is ever-changing, and we’re dedicated to bringing you the best possible education, led by national experts. At the Cape Cod Symposium, you’ll find yourself among like-minded peers, learning the latest, most effective strategies for addiction treatment and behavioral health, and addressing the significant challenges we must overcome.
Join us for an unparalleled educational and networking experience! When it comes to treating addiction, we’re stronger together.
For 4 days, unite to discuss new treatment strategies, connect and engage with national and influential leaders, and take away knowledge critical for utilizing significant changes in addiction treatment.
For more information, click here.

RWJ-N&CB Seminar Series: Featuring Haley E. Melikian, PhD - "Presynaptic Dopamine Transporter Regulation: Tipping the Scales Against Cocaine Reward”
2024-09-10 12:00 - 13:00 | Research Tower, V12
RWJ-Neuroscience and Cell Biology Seminar Series featuring Haley E. Melikian, PhD, Professor of Neurobiology, Brudnick Neuropsychiatric Research Institute at UMASS Chan School of Medicine.
Dr. Melikian will be presenting on “Presynaptic Dopamine Transporter Regulation: Tipping the Scales Against Cocaine Reward”.
The host for this seminar is Pingyue Pan, MD, PhD (RWJ-Neuroscience and Cell Biology). All are welcome to attend.

Knock Out Opioid Use Day Webinar - Understanding & Supporting Recovery featuring Dr. Danielle Dick
2024-09-12 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual
RARC Director Danielle Dick will participate in the Knock Out Opioid Use Day Learning Series for a panel discussion on various aspects of the opioid epidemic and strategies for understanding and supporting recovery.
Register here!

PANELISTS
Danielle Dick, Ph.D.
Danielle Dick, Ph.D. is the Greg Brown Endowed Chair of Neuroscience in the Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson School of Medicine. She was recently recruited to Rutgers University to lead the university-wide Rutgers Addiction Research Center within the Brain Health Institute. Dr. Dick is an internationally recognized and award-winning expert on genetic and environmental influences on substance use and mental health in youth. She has more than 425 peer-reviewed publications in the areas of child development, addiction, mental health, genetics, and human behavior, and has won numerous national and international awards for her work. She has been named one of the most highly cited scientists in the world.
Dr. Donald Reeves, MD
Dr. Donald Reeves is Director of Psychiatry for Rutgers University Correctional Health Care. He is a professor in the Department of Psychiatry at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, and he also serves as director of the Rutgers Forensic Psychiatry Fellowship. Dr. Reeves’ research interest is correctional psychiatry, and he has published extensively in this field.

NeC-ROTAC Webinar - Telemedicine and Treating Opioid Use Disorder in Rural Populations
2024-09-16 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
The treatment of opioid use disorder in rural communities can be complex due to transportation, connectivity, and other barriers. While telemedicine can help overcome some of these challenges, it also presents additional obstacles. This presentation will review the challenges associated with treating opioid use disorder in rural areas. It will explore the advantages and disadvantages of using telemedicine, the difficulties in obtaining urine toxicology screenings, and why this may not be a significant problem.

Presenter: Greg Greenberg, MD
Fellow, American Society of Addiction Medicine / Chief Medical Officer, OneTogether Solutions / Medical Director, New Life Clinic / Interim Medical Director, Cedar Wellness

For registration, click here.

NeC-ROTAC Webinar: Telemedicine and Treating Opioid Use Disorder in Rural Populations
2024-09-16 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual

Motivational Interviewing Learning Collaborative featuring Dr. Pamela Valera
2024-09-16 13:30 - 15:30 | Medical Science Building, B515 (Rosemary Gellene Room), 185 South Orange Ave, Newark, NJ, 07103
To register, click here.

NJ DMHAS Opioid Summit 2024 - Building Hope for the Future
2024-09-18 09:00 - 15:30 | Virtual
On behalf of the Department of Human Services’ Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services, we would like to invite you to register for the 2024 Virtual Opioid Summit – Building Hope for the Future. The event will be held on Wednesday, September 18, 2024 from 9:00AM to 3:30PM . The Summit will present current research and evidence-based best practices through keynote speakers, panels and workshops. Topics to be covered include Opioid Use Disorder and stigma, current drug trends, harm reduction, family supports, OUD and vulnerable populations, and more!
Please use this link to register: https://www.edgereg.net/er/Registration/StepRegInfo.jsp?ActivityID=42768&StepNumber=1
After completing registration, you will receive an email from donotreply@eventScribe.com which will include your “Access Key”. Please keep this available since it will be needed to log in to the virtual conference.

Mental Health America Annual Conference: Disrupt, Reform, Transform
2024-09-19 08:00 - 2024-09-21 17:00
The 2024 Mental Health America Conference, taking place Sept. 19-21, will explore ways to DISRUPT systemic barriers, REFORM harmful practices that prevent progress, and TRANSFORM the current landscape, ensuring everyone has equitable opportunity for optimal mental health and well-being. With 43 breakout sessions and seven keynotes, there is something for everyone. We offer discounted rates for young adults, nonprofit and government employees, and the opportunity to earn 43 continuing education credits.

NeC-ROTAC Webinar: Care and Concern Interventions to Address Substance Use and Mental Health in Rural Communities
2024-09-19 10:00 - 12:00 | Virtual
As we think about the impact of substance use and mental health within rural communities, a key component is accessing the resources available. In this webinar, we will discuss potential interventions that can be implemented or strengthened within rural communities. This workshop will focus on how providers and community members can develop collaborative networks to support members of their community who may be facing substance use and mental health challenges in their daily lives. We will also discuss potential prevention methods to be introduced within community spaces to reduce the impact of substance use on individuals and families, and increase engagement in mental health care.

Presenter: Dr. Delores Blackwell, LCSW, is a multijurisdictional licensed clinical social worker. She has held numerous administrative and clinical positions within both the addictions and mental health disciplines. She is an adjunct professor at both Touro College and Hunter College Silberman Schools of Social Work. In conjunction with her numerous roles, she also conducts and develops trainings for mental health and addictions professionals in both direct practice and leadership positions. She is currently a Research Project Manager at the New York State Psychiatric Institute at Columbia University Medical Center, where she works with the Opioid Response Network and Rural Opioid Technical Assistance Center within the Northeast and Caribbean (HHS Region 2).
For registration, click here.

NJ ACTS Special Populations Seminar - Peer Support Specialists: Integration in the ED and Feedback from Peers with Dr. Angela Moreland
2024-09-24 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
This presentation will describe the role of peer support specialists in the emergency department (ED) and how Dr. Angela Moreland and team integrated this at the statewide level. Dr. Moreland will discuss interviews conducted with peers and their feedback on their role in the ED and perceptions of working with patients with opioid use disorder (OUD).
Angela Moreland, Ph.D., is a Professor at the National Crime Victims Research and Treatment Center (NCVC) at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC), Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. Dr. Moreland has expertise in consequences, stressors, and available resources and treatments related to substance use, with specific expertise in opioid use disorder and assessing for OUD and treatment options in the Emergency Department. Dr. Moreland serves as a core member of South Carolina’s 21st Cures Initiative, to improve access to treatment for opioid use disorder in South Carolina, as well as a Co-Investigator on the NIDA Clinical Trials Network Southern Consortium Node.
Register for the event: https://go.rutgers.edu/xbtnsdlb

EBPS Biennial Workshop - Novel pharmacotherapies for substance use and related mental health disorders
2024-09-25 09:00 - 2024-09-27 17:00
The organizing committee of the EBPS 2024 Workshop “Novel pharmacotherapies for substance use and related mental health disorders: From basic science to societal impact” cordially invite you to join us for the biennial workshop of the European Behavioural Pharmacology Society which takes place September 25 to 27, 2024 at the Banff Centre for Arts & Creativity in Banff, Alberta, Canada.
This workshop will highlight cutting edge pharmacology-based interventions for substance use and related mental health disorders, including psychedelics, cannabinoids, neuropeptides, and more. Diverse panels and speakers have confirmed their participation, including Keynotes from Drs. David Nutt, Alex Kwan, Margaret Haney, and Lorenzo Leggio.
The workshop will also include panels consisting of experts in patient advocacy, clinical ethics, and regulatory frameworks, who will provide insights into the potential (and realized) challenges to implementing these novel interventions.
If anyone from your team may be interested, we have trainee travel awards due July 5th and early bird registration is through July 12th. We’re also happy to receive posters beyond the primary theme – anything related to substance use, pharmacology, or mental health (broadly defined) is totally welcome! We plan to select abstracts from the posters to present as ‘hot topic’ talks, and we also have funding to provide free childcare for attendees who wish to bring their families.
More information: https://ebps2024.azuleon.org/welcome

NASEM Report Release Webinar - Cannabis Policy Impacts Public Health and Health Equity
2024-09-26 13:30 - 14:30 | Virtual
Many states have been moving toward the legalization of cannabis and cannabis products, but the public health implications of these policy changes have not been fully evaluated. An expert committee of the National Academies wrote a report to describe cannabis and cannabinoid availability in the U.S., assess regulatory frameworks for the cannabis industry using a health equity lens, and describe strengths and weaknesses of medical and non-medical surveillance systems. Additionally, it will outline recommendations to minimize societal harms and inform policy research over the next five years.
During this public release webinar, members of the committee will provide an overview of the report’s conclusions and recommendations and answer audience questions.
For more information and registration, click here.

A Book Event and Panel on Harm Reduction in Action - "Surviving Alex: A Mother's Story of Love, Loss, and Addiction"
2024-09-26 16:00 - 18:00 | Kathleen W. Ludwig Global Village Living Learning Center, 9 Suydam St, New Brunswick, NJ, 08901
RSVP – A Book Event and Panel on Harm Reduction in Action.
You are invited to join a presentation and discussion regarding harm reduction programs for people with addictions, and it will feature my long-time colleague Pat Roos, who will be discussing her book, Surviving Alex: A Mother’s Story of Love, Loss, and Addiction, recently published by Rutgers University Press. The event is being co-sponsored with the office of the Dean of the Social and Behavioral Sciences and the School of Arts and Sciences. We hope to attract a large crowd from a variety of disciplines, as well as people with both professional and personal interest in this most serious topic. Pat is a dear friend, and she was a cherished colleague through my first two decades at Rutgers.

Rutgers Faculty Workshop in Mentoring Biomedical Grad Students and Postdocs
2024-09-30 12:00 - 14:00 | Dean’s Conference Room, Research Tower, Busch Campus, 675 Hoes Lane, West Piscataway, 08854
The NIH is requiring faculty to be trained in how to mentor PhD students and postdocs. We are therefore offering these workshops for faculty in the biological sciences with new case studies each time. This will make our programs more competitive for training grants and individual trainee fellowships. All faculty are invited and junior faculty are strongly encouraged to attend.
12pm – 2pm (Lunch will be served)
IN PERSON ONLY: RWJMS Research Tower, Deans Conference Room 123, 675 Hoes Lane West, Piscataway
RSVP: https://rutgers.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2c6S4MsGObwzrVA
Topics and interactive case studies will include:

Rationale for mentoring the mentors
Principles in mentoring relationships
Academic resources offered in biomedical sciences at Rutgers
Managing trainee projects (e.g. responsibilities of mentor and mentee, expectations for graduation)
Funding for trainees (e.g. internal and external sources)
Professional development for trainees (e.g. Individual Developmental Plans, career advising)
Trainee issues (e.g. identifying mental health issues, avoiding bias, and improving communication)

For questions, please contact Janet Alder, PhD janet.alder@rutgers.edu

Rutgers Psychiatry Grand Rounds featuring Zeshan Muhammad, MD - "Level Up: Tackling Screen and Video Game Addiction in Kids and Teens"
2024-10-01 11:00 - 12:30 | Virtual
The Rutgers Department of Psychiatry is excited to invite you join to us for our first Grand Rounds Session of the 2024-2025 Academic Year.
Please join us on Tuesday, October 1, 2024 @ 11AM.
Zoom Meeting: https://rutgers.zoom.us/j/96856675957?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 968 5667 5957
Password: [REDACTED]

TARP Meeting featuring Ed Clayton - "Non-academic careers in science: Why not try them all?"
2024-10-02 13:00 - 14:00 | Dean’s Conference Room, Research Tower, Busch Campus, 675 Hoes Lane, West Piscataway, 08854
In-person Location: Dean’s Conference Room, Research Tower, Busch Campus, 675 Hoes Ln W, Piscataway, NJ 08854
Virtual via Zoom: CLICK HERE
Meeting ID: 947 8339 6893
Password: [REDACTED]

These events are for all TARP and RARC faculty and trainees, as well as collaborators and friends, so feel free to pass along the invitation to others. Food and drinks will be provided.

Annual NIDA-NIAAA Frontiers in Addiction Research Mini-Convention & Early Career Investigator Showcase
2024-10-04 09:00 - 17:00
The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) and the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) cordially invite you to attend the Annual NIDA-NIAAA Frontiers in Addiction Research Mini-Convention. The Mini-Convention is being held this year in person in Chicago (location TBD) on Friday, October 4, 2024, from 9:00am-5:00pm CT. The agenda for the Mini-Convention includes: 1) the 2024 Jacob P. Waletsky Memorial Award Lecture; 2) three scientific sessions: Psychedelics and Empathogens for Treatment of Alcohol and Substance Use Disorders; GLP-1 Receptor Agonists for the Treatment of Substance Use Disorders; and the Habenula as an Anti-Addictive Circuit Hub; and 3) the Early Career Investigator Showcase. For more information and to register for this free event, go to: https://apps1.seiservices.com/nida-niaaa/frontiers/

The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) and the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) are co-sponsoring a symposium, Early Career Investigator Showcase (ECIS). The ECIS symposium will be held during the Annual NIDA-NIAAA Frontiers in Addiction Research Mini-Convention (in-person meeting to be held 9:00am–5:00pm CT in Chicago (location TBD) on Friday, October 4, 2024; https://apps1.seiservices.com/nida-niaaa/frontiers/). The ECIS symposium provides a forum for scientific presentations by premier young and junior investigators working in the fields of substance abuse and addiction research.
The agenda for the Mini-Convention includes: 1) the 2024 Jacob P. Waletsky Memorial Award Lecture; 2) three scientific sessions on emerging topics; and 3) the ECIS symposium. NIDA and NIAAA are now soliciting applications to participate in the ECIS symposium. Applicants should be trainees or junior investigators who meet the definition of a NIH New Investigator/Early Stage Investigator (NI/ESI) of being within 10 years of completing a terminal research degree or medical residency. Six to eight individuals will be selected for this year’s symposium. Individuals selected for ECIS will be chosen for the quality of their research and its relevance to the missions of NIDA or NIAAA.
To apply, please complete the application form (found athttps://apps1.seiservices.com/nida-niaaa/frontiers/ECISApplication.aspx ) and include your Curriculum Vitae/Resume and list of publications, and send via email (tomailto:ecis.abstracts@sdsolutionsllc.com ) by Friday, July 26, 2024 5:00pm ET. To consider your application, you must select only one Institute on the form. Abstracts accepted for the 2024 Society for Neuroscience Annual Meeting may be submitted for presentation at ECIS. All applicants will be notified of their application status by Monday, August 19, 2024. For additional information, please contact: for NIDA [Anne Tsai, stsai@nih.gov ] or for NIAAA [John Matochik, jmatochi@mail.nih.gov ].

SSW Webinar: Disordered Eating Across the Lifespan
2024-10-14 09:30 - 12:30 | Virtual
This webinar is designed to highlight the field of eating disorder diagnoses and treatment. Participants will learn a historical perspectives on eating disorders such as anorexia and bulimia, as well as discuss newer disorders such as ARFID and binge eating disorder. In addition, participants will learn about helping clients with disordered eating using a developmental framework and be able to discuss specific case studies. [Required for Eating Disorders Clinical Certificate Program]
At the conclusion of this webinar, participants will be able to:

Identify the current diagnoses used for disordered eating behaviors.
Compare historical perspectives to current trends in eating disorders.
Identify at risk groups for eating disorders based on a developmental model.

Instructor:
Sara Martino, PhD, NCC, LPC

Date:
Monday, October 14, 2024

Time:
9:30 am – 12:30 pm ET

Location:
Live Interactive Online Webinar

For more information, click here.

NeC-ROTAC Webinar - Health Equity and Intersectionality (Rural Communities)
2024-10-15 14:00 - 16:00 | Virtual
As we lean more and more into equity in a variety of spaces and places, health equity has become a significant part of this ongoing conversation. Health and the concepts of equity are interconnected in a variety of ways when working with our clients, not just around health outcomes, but improving their overall quality of life. Another aspect to this connection is the concept of intersectionality and how it has an impact on how and why clients may or may not access care or have adequate access to receive care. This workshop will lean into the connection between health equity and intersectionality and how they each play a role in providing equitable substance use care in rural communities.

Presenter: Dr. Delores Blackwell, LCSW, is a multijurisdictional licensed clinical social worker. She has held numerous administrative and clinical positions within both the addictions and mental health disciplines. She is an adjunct professor at both Touro College and Hunter College Silberman Schools of Social Work. In conjunction with her numerous roles, she also conducts and develops trainings for mental health and addictions professionals in both direct practice and leadership positions. She is currently a Research Project Manager at the New York State Psychiatric Institute at Columbia University Medical Center, where she works with the Opioid Response Network and Rural Opioid Technical Assistance Center within the Northeast and Caribbean (HHS Region 2).

Department of Medicine's Grand Rounds featuring Amy Zack, MD, Department of Family Medicine - "The Role of Behavioral Medicine in Reducing Opioid Use"
2024-10-16 08:00 - 09:00 | Virtual
The Department of Medicine’s Grand Rounds will feature Amy Zack, MD, Department of Family Medicine, vice chair of education, Primary Care Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio.
It will be held in hybrid format person in the Clinical Academic Building, Room 1302, and via Zoom (Password 413569). For more information, please contact Debra Claybrook.

Emerging Challenges in the Treatment of Substance Use Disorders: Q&A with Dr. Mark Gold
2024-10-16 13:00 - 14:30 | Virtual
Join for an engaging webinar with Dr. Mark Gold, M.D., a renowned expert in addiction and psychiatry. Dr. Gold will explore emerging challenges in treating substance use disorders, sharing insights from his recent publications. Topics will include the role of exercise in recovery, the impact of genetic inheritance on substance use disorders, medications for opioid use disorder, and new findings on treating tobacco addiction.

Dr. Gold’s extensive research offers valuable knowledge for clinicians, healthcare professionals, and the general public. In one of his recent articles, he highlights how exercise can aid recovery by stimulating the brain’s reward system, helping to manage and reduce cravings. He also discusses genetic factors in substance use disorders, including the discovery of 47 genetic variants linked to these conditions and the complex role genetics play in both increasing and reducing risk.

For more information and registration, click here.

Research Resources Workshop: NJ ACTS & Research Resources
2024-10-16 16:00 - 17:00 | Virtual
Zoom Webinar Link: https://rutgers.zoom.us/j/93183814199

CAS Cooper Colloquium Endowed Lecture with Dr. Shalini Arunogiri
2024-10-17 12:30 - 13:30 | Life Science Building – Auditorium Atrium
Join us for the Cooper Colloquium Endowed Lecture on October 17th, hosted by the Center of Alcohol and Substance Use Studies and the Rutgers Addiction Research Center. Dr. Shalini Arunogiri, Clinical Director at Turning Point and Associate Professor at Monash University, will present on “Integrated treatment for trauma and substance use in Australia: implementation opportunities and the role of psychedelic-assisted therapies.”
Date: October 17, 2024
Time: 12:30-1:30 PM ET
In-person location: Smithers Hall, Room 200, 607 Allison Road, Piscataway, NJ 08854
Virtual location: Zoom participants will receive the link to attend virtually via email)
Please register to attend this event, click here.

CASRARC – Oct 17 – Arunogiri

CYSEW Journal Editor Panel & IES Program Officer Discussion - October 21 and 28 at 1:00 EST
2024-10-21 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
The Center for Youth Social Emotional Wellness (CYSEW) is hosting two virtual professional development events in October that are open to all Rutgers faculty and trainees.
October 21st at 1:00 (EST) – Journal Editor Panel
October 28th at 1:00 (EST) – U.S. Department of Education, Institute of Education Sciences (IES) Program Officer Presentation

The journal editor panel will include:
Andres De Los Reyes, Ph.D. – Editor, Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychology
Steven Evans, Ph.D. – Editor, School Mental Health
Chris Linder, Ph.D. – Editor, Journal of Diversity in Higher Education
The editors will discuss current trends in their fields and science broadly, methodological considerations that are increasingly important for publication, and tips/strategies for putting together strong initial submissions.

The program officer presentation will be provided by:
Emily Doolittle, Ph.D. – Team Lead for Social and Behavioral Research at the IES National Center for Education Research
Dr. Doolittle will discuss trends in funding for social and behavioral research, explain the IES grant submission process which includes specific topic areas and opportunities based on the study population of interest, and provide tips and strategies for strong proposals.
Attendees will have the opportunity to put questions in the chat to be read by a moderator. You are also welcome to send questions ahead of time.

The Zoom link is the same for both weeks/presentations.
Join Zoom Meeting: https://rutgers.zoom.us/j/97938996259?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 979 3899 6259; Password: [REDACTED]

New Jersey Association of Mental Health and Addiction Agencies - Fall Conference 2024
2024-10-22 08:00 - 16:00 | DoubleTree by Hilton Princeton, 4355 US-1, Princeton, NJ, 08540, United States
New Jersey Association of Mental Health and Addiction Agencies (NJAMHAA) Fall Conference 2024: Innovate, Integrate & Illuminate
When: October 22, 2024, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Where: DoubleTree by Hilton Princeton, 4355 US Route 1, Ridge Rd., Princeton, NJ 08540
Register HERE
