The Reach Institute at Arizona State University, housed within the Department of Psychology, is home to a National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)-funded T32 research training program. The program supports the development of predoctoral and postdoctoral researchers focused on substance use prevention, addiction research and implementation science. Trainees receive interdisciplinary mentorship and research training designed to strengthen their skills in study design, data analysis, scientific communication, grant writing and the translation of evidence-based prevention strategies into community and service settings. Faculty mentors represent multiple disciplines across ASU and provide expertise spanning prevention science, behavioral health, public health, technology and research methodology.
Research and training areas
Training opportunities include:
- Substance use prevention and addiction science
- Prevention and implementation science
- Community-engaged and culturally responsive research
- Digital health and technology-enabled interventions
- Advanced quantitative and mixed-methods research
- Dissemination and translation of evidence-based practices
About the Reach Institute
ASU’s Reach Institute brings together prevention and implementation scientists from across Arizona State University to accelerate the application of research in real-world settings. Through this interdisciplinary environment, trainees gain access to collaborative research opportunities, diverse mentorship networks and innovative approaches to improving behavioral health outcomes.
For complete program information, including faculty mentors, current recruitment opportunities and application requirements, visit the Reach Institute website.