About
Roles & Affiliations: Damaris Jane Rohsenow is a Professor of Behavioral and Social Sciences (Research) at Brown University and Associate Director of the Center for Alcohol and Addiction Studies. She also formerly held roles at the Providence VA Medical Center. She co-directs a NIDA-funded T32 postdoctoral training grant on substance abuse intervention research and leads large-scale studies on medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder in criminal justice settings.
Education & Mentoring: Dr. Rohsenow mentors postdoctoral fellows, faculty, and psychology residents through the CAAS training programs. She has supervised over 10–14 fellows annually through combined T32 programs, focusing on clinical research and intervention development.
Research Focus: Her work centers on substance use disorders, particularly smoking cessation among individuals with co-occurring substance use issues. Key areas include pharmacotherapies (e.g., varenicline, baclofen), contingency management, and culturally adapted interventions for Latinx and Black populations. She investigates mechanisms like acculturation stress, discrimination, and genetic factors influencing addiction.
Key Collaborations & Grants: She leads HEAL Initiative studies on MOUD implementation in probation/parole settings and collaborates on studies of smoking abstinence, medication efficacy (e.g., topiramate), and digital health tools like apps for intoxication detection. Her work spans basic science (e.g., baclofen effects on tobacco withdrawal) to public health (e.g., caffeinated alcohol risks).
Awards & Recognition: While specific awards are not listed, her extensive grant history and leadership roles reflect sustained recognition in addiction research.
Labs & Teams: Her research involves interdisciplinary teams across Brown University, VA facilities, and community organizations, focusing on translational research to address health disparities and improve treatment accessibility.
