This year, 32 College members from 17 states met with congressional offices to underscore a unified message: strong federal support for substance use and addiction research is essential to improving public health nationwide. The conversations reflected both urgency and opportunity, highlighting the key priorities CPDD members find foundational in their research, field, and community. Sustaining Strong Federal Research Funding CPDD...

A Special International edition of CPDD Newsline is now live, showcasing seven research highlights that demonstrate how substance use science thrives when grounded in local context and strengthened through global collaboration. Curated by the CPDD International Committee, this special edition reflects the Committee’s mission to elevate substance use research and treatment worldwide by recognizing promising scientists and supporting CPDD members...

Taylor Woodward, Ph.D., a neuroscientist, educator, and musician, has been awarded the inaugural CPDD/AMP Animal Research Policy Fellowship. The fellowship is a partnership between The College on Problems of Drug Dependence and Americans for Medical Progress (AMP). The fellowship aims to cultivate the next generation of science policy advocates dedicated to promoting the essential role of animal research in addressing...

A special submission window has been opened exclusively for federal government employees. This window will remain open until Friday, December 5, giving you additional time to complete any required submissions. Click here to submit.  Symposia, Mini-Symposia, and Workshops Federal Employees are invited to submit Symposia, Mini-Symposia, and Workshop Sessions. The guidelines for those sessions can be found here. If you...

Update on Federal Government Speaker Accommodations for the 2026 CPDD Annual Meeting

Submissions are now officially open for the Annual Meeting of the College on Problems of Drug Dependence (CPDD), taking place in June 2026 in Portland, Oregon. Researchers, clinicians, and advocates are invited to submit proposals for symposia, mini-symposia, workshops, and forums that highlight innovative work and pressing issues in the field of substance use and addiction science. This is a prime opportunity...

The College on Problems of Drug Dependence (CPDD), in partnership with Americans for Medical Progress (AMP), has launched the CPDD-AMP Animal Research Policy Fellowship—a unique opportunity for early career scientists and advanced graduate students passionate about animal research and science advocacy. This one-year fellowship offers immersive training at the intersection of science, policy, and public engagement, equipping fellows with the...

CPDD has developed a new Professional affiliate level to expand access to CPDD membership. The Professional affiliate level will open CPDD up to Early career members who no longer qualify as Member-in-Training but may not yet qualify for Associate membership and those who contribute to the field but given their particular role and responsibilities would not meet the publication requirements...

June 14-18, 2025 | New Orleans, LA – The 87th Annual Scientific Meeting of the College on  Problems of Drug Dependence (CPDD), brought together a vibrant community of scientists, clinical researchers, representatives from industry, academia, and government as well as others from clinical settings. With 1,297 attendees from 35 countries, the conference served as a dynamic forum for sharing cutting-edge...

The College on Problems of Drug Dependence (CPDD) recognizes the next generation of our Early Career Investigators in substance use disorder research with this year's 2025 Awardees. We are thrilled to congratulate the 2025 Early Career Investigator Award recipients: Dr. April May, Dr. Erin Martin, and Dr. Li Yan McCurdy—three exceptional scientists whose work is shaping the future of addiction science. 🌟...

Nearly 300 experts in substance use disorders convened at LSU Health Sciences Center for the CPDD-RSA-LSU Joint Program, a two-day event spotlighting the latest advancements and collaborative efforts in addressing polysubstance use.

The CPDD Community came together during the Annual Meeting to support a vital program in the New Orleans landscape — Odyssey House — with a heartfelt $1,000 donation . Established in 1973, Odyssey House Louisiana provides holistic and client-centered services in a safe environment that addresses the full continuum of special care needs for the state of Louisiana. OHL’s system...

The College on Problems of Drug Dependence (CPDD) proudly celebrates the outstanding individuals honored with the 2025 Awards for Excellence—recognizing their remarkable contributions to the field of substance use disorder research.

The College on Problems of Drug Dependence recently announced the recipients of the 2025 Travel Awards. Each recipient will receive travel funds toward their attendance at this year’s meeting.

Over the past several months,CPDD Public Policy Committee has been at the forefront of national advocacy efforts to advance research in substance use disorders. These initiatives have focused on increasing federal funding, streamlining research regulations, and preparing for shifting political landscapes following the 2024 elections.

CPDD is proud to announce the 2025-2026 President-Elect and new Board of Directors members who will help guide our organization into its next chapter. This group of leaders brings a wealth of experience, insight, and passion to our mission. Each new director offers a unique perspective that will strengthen our strategic direction and help us continue to grow, innovate, and...

CPDD is aware of the Supplemental Guidance to the 2024 NIH Grants Policy Statement: Indirect Cost Rates, released late Friday night. We are actively reviewing its implications to assess the impact on NIH-funded research, universities, and the broader scientific community.   We recognize the urgency of this issue and the significant consequences of the indirect cost rate cap, particularly in...

CPDD Adds New Resource for Early Career Members to Find Open Psychology PhD Positions Psychology PhD Wiki is a crowdsourced platform designed to provide up-to-date information on available PhD positions in psychology. The site serves as a resource for prospective students seeking open positions and faculty members looking to recruit graduate students for the upcoming academic year.   Faculty members...

CPDD Community Update: Addressing NIH Program Changes and Ongoing Support We understand that the recent announcement regarding the halt of NIH programs, external communications, and travel restrictions has created a great deal of concern and uncertainty within the CPDD community. These changes are likely to impact not only ongoing projects but also future planning and collaborations. We want to acknowledge...

CPDD is excited to welcome Dr. Eric Nestler as a special feature speaker at the 87th CPDD Conference in New Orleans, LA, June 14-18, 2025. Dr. Nestler will share his perspectives on addiction research and offer valuable insights for substance use disorder researchers. This is a valuable opportunity to network with and gain knowledge from one of the leading experts...