معرفی
Laura Brandt is a Researcher at the Faculty of Psychology of the University of Vienna, where she has held a PostDoc position since March 2016. She completed her PhD in Applied Medical Science at the Medical University of Vienna (MedUni Vienna) in December 2015, focusing on substance use disorders and their intersections with neurodevelopmental conditions like ADHD.
Education:
- PhD in Applied Medical Science, MedUni Vienna (2015)
- Clinical and Health Psychology training
Research Interests: Her work explores epidemiological and psychopharmacological aspects of addiction, including gender differences in opioid use disorder, gambling addiction comorbidities, and the sociopolitical dimensions of addiction treatment systems. She emphasizes translating academic findings into actionable policies through collaborative projects.
Awards:
- 2016 EMCDDA Scientific Award for her study on European opioid treatment disparities
Professional Activities: Active in the University of Vienna's 'Third Mission' initiative, focusing on applying academic research to societal challenges and fostering industry collaboration. Engaged in interdisciplinary projects addressing addiction treatment optimization and healthcare policy.
