NIH recognizes two UNM professors with prestigious awards
February 27, 2023 - Savannah Peat
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is recognizing two University of New Mexico professors for their contributions to helping end addiction in the U.S.
The NIH’s Helping to End Addiction Long-term Initiative (HEAL) has provided the Center on Alcoholism, Substance Abuse, & Addictions (CASAA) Director Katie Witkiewitz and CASAA Scientist and Psychology Professor Kamilla Venner Director’s Awards.
These inaugural awards are dedicated to researchers for their excellent work in research, mentorship, interdisciplinary collaboration, and community partnership.
“We are excited to recognize these researchers and their commitment to addressing the national public health crises of opioid addiction, overdose, and chronic pain across HEAL’s communications channels,” HEAL Senior Health Analyst Jenny Chang said.
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