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KU Researchers Receive 2026 Hawks for Hope Awards for Addiction Studies

The Hawks for Hope Research Awards provide support for research on substance use. The annual awards were established in memory of Patrick Guthrie by members of the Guthrie family.
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Study shows cigarette smoking almost twice as likely for people living with chronic pain

Researchers have analyzed responses from more than 195,600 Americans surveyed over 10 years. The key finding: Chronic pain is tied to smoking and vaping at higher rates.
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Scientist to present latest research on alcohol and sexual assault

Researchers and professionals in substance use and sexual violence are welcome to attend virtually in person at the University of Kansas on Oct. 10 to hear Elizabeth Neilson, assistant professor at the University of Missouri-Kansas City.

Center Welcomes Assistant Scientist Jessica Powers

The Cofrin Logan Center for Addiction Research and Treatment welcomes Jessica Powers, Ph.D., assistant scientist, to the center.