The NIDA International Forum fosters international cooperative research and the exchange of scientific information by substance use researchers and highlights the range and quality of substance use and addiction research conducted around the world.

This unique scientific meeting allows participants to network with talented colleagues, learn about substance use research and policy issues in other countries, and discuss NIDA-supported fellowships and other programs that can support international collaborations.

There is no fee to attend the NIDA International Forum.

This year’s plenary sessions will feature presentations by researchers from around the world on a range of issues related to substance use and addiction that can benefit from international perspectives. Topics addressed will include:

• How international university addiction education programs have adapted to the COVID-19 pandemic
• Harm reduction research and policy
• Integrity and transparency in drug treatment services and their impact on treatment outcomes and human rights
• Alternatives to conviction or punishment for individuals with drug use disorders 
• Drug use in the Americas