Callers can receive information on all of the studies.
Depending on the type of addiction, place of residence, and the particular interests of the caller, a referral is made to the most appropriate site. If the caller is not appropriate for the research studies, referrals to other treatment centers are provided. Areas of Concentration ISAP's network of activities extends from highly sophisticated and specialized laboratory research, including molecular genetics, brain imaging and the human infusion laboratory, to pharmacological and behavioral clinical research, to community-based research and research on public health policy. This group currently is the lead organization or a participating member in virtually every significant national, state and local treatment outcomes initiative. A number of other specific research projects currently focus on treatment effectiveness for dually diagnosed patient populations, development of enhanced strategies for engaging difficult to treat special populations and an extensive portfolio of research on the linkage between drug use and the criminal justice system.