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Dr. Robert Miranda is a Professor of Behavioral and Social Sciences and Professor of Psychiatry and Human Behavior at Brown University, holding dual affiliations with the Warren Alpert Medical School and the School of Public Health. He leads a 23-year NIH-funded research program focused on adolescent substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders, emphasizing pharmacological and technology-based interventions. He directs the Vista intensive outpatient program at Bradley Hospital, a nationally recognized model for treating adolescents with co-occurring disorders. Dr. Miranda has served as PI on over 55 NIH projects and chairs NIH study sections. He is a prominent mentor, receiving the Mark Wood Outstanding Mentor Award (2016, 2020) and the DPHB Education Committee Award (2022). His research integrates ecological momentary assessment, clinical trials, and minority stress frameworks to address health disparities.
Education and Training: Not explicitly detailed in text, but inferred through his academic roles and clinical expertise in psychiatry and public health.
Research Interests: Dr. Miranda’s work centers on understanding and treating adolescent substance use disorders, particularly through novel interventions and real-world monitoring. His lab explores pharmacotherapy efficacy, technology-supported care, and the interplay of minority stress with substance use among marginalized youth. Key topics include alcohol and cannabis use, co-occurring mental health disorders, and translational research bridging clinical practice and scientific rigor.
Article Trends: Recent work emphasizes real-time behavioral assessment (e.g., ecological momentary assessment), medication development (e.g., ANS-6637 trials), and the role of minority stress in substance use among sexual/gender minorities. Studies often combine clinical trials with longitudinal observational methods to evaluate treatment mechanisms and outcomes.
Awards:
- Mark Wood Outstanding Mentor Award (2016, 2020)
- DPHB Education Committee Award (2022)
Advising and Grants: Leads two NIH-funded postdoctoral training programs (T32 AA07459, T32 DA016184) and has secured continuous federal support. His grants focus on advancing adolescent treatment protocols, minority health equity, and innovative intervention strategies.
Labs/Teams: Directs the Vista Clinical Research Group, a multidisciplinary team advancing outpatient care for adolescents with complex mental health and substance use needs. Collaborates with Bradley Hospital and Brown’s Center for Alcohol and Addiction Studies.
