CRIA, 1021 Main Street
Who We Are
11/13/18
The mission of the UB Clinical and Research Institute on Addictions (CRIA) is to advance and disseminate knowledge about the causes, consequences, prevention and treatment of substance use disorders.
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Innovative, Interdisciplinary Research
11/13/18
CRIA is home to bright, passionate scientists whose work covers a wide range of addiction-related topics. They work in a culture of scientific and organizational support that nurtures creativity and research success.
Samir HajDahmane, PhD working with students in his lab
Expanding Professional Knowledge and Skills
11/13/18
CRIA offers opportunities for researchers and other professionals to develop their skills and knowledge through our postdoctoral research training program, seminars and conferences.
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Resources for Colleagues and the Community
11/13/18
We share knowledge with other researchers, treatment providers, legislators and the public to aid understanding of addiction-related issues through regular news releases, seminars, conferences and our Expert Summaries series.
Pros and Cons of Drinking
Clinical Research on Cutting-Edge Treatments
11/13/18
Our Addiction Treatment Services (ATS) is the only treatment program in New York State designed specifically for clinical research and plays a fundamental role in the Institute’s ability to test, apply and monitor innovative treatment strategies.
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Learn more about how UB is fighting addiction through research, education and clinical care. Together, we are making progress.

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Researcher Spotlight

  • Robert G. Rychtarik, PhD, and Anne B. Curtis, MD
    Robert G. Rychtarik, PhD
    11/13/18
    Robert G. Rychtarik, PhD, received one of only two Clinical Research Achievement Awards at UB for his work on best treatment settings for alcohol use disorder. He is pictured with Anne B. Curtis, MD, SUNY Distinguished Professor, chair of the awards committee.
  • Panayotis (Peter) Thanos, PhD
    11/13/18
    Exercise can be an important strategy in helping prevent relapses into cocaine addiction, according to new research by Panayotis (Peter) Thanos, PhD, featured in The Buffalo News.
  • Rina Das Eiden, PhD
    Rina Das Eiden, PhD
    11/13/18
    Research by Rina Das Eiden, PhD, found that prenatal marijuana use can have negative consequences for babies. "With many states moving toward marijuana legalization, it’s imperative we know what effects prenatal marijuana use may have on infants,” she says.

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