Award
National Institute on Drug Abuse 5UH3DA047793-05
tDCS to Decrease Opioid Relapse
Recipient
BUTLER HOSPITAL (PROVIDENCE, RI)
Award Amount
$498,005.00
Ceiling
$498,005.00
Awarded
January 29, 2026
Identifier
5UH3DA047793-05
The award supports research on using tDCS to reduce opioid relapse in patients starting buprenorphine treatment by targeting brain networks involved in craving and cognitive control.
Description
This project aims to validate the use of transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS) as an adjunct treatment to reduce opioid relapse in buprenorphine recipients, with potential for significant clinical impact if successful.