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Roberto Abadie is an Assistant Professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Education, specializing in medical anthropology with a focus on health inequalities and social stratification. His research examines marginalized populations, particularly people who inject drugs (PWID), and addresses ethical issues in public health and clinical trials.
Abadie holds a Ph.D. in Anthropology from the Graduate Center, CUNY, and completed a postdoctoral fellowship in bioethics at the Mayo Clinic. His work is funded by the NIH/NIDA and the Greenwall Foundation.
His research interests include:
- Health disparities in marginalized communities
- Research ethics and participant protection
- Social determinants of HIV/HCV epidemics
- Drug policy and harm reduction strategies
Abadie’s publications highlight the intersections of substance use, public health crises, and structural inequities. His award-winning book *The Professional Guinea Pig* critiques the exploitation of research participants in clinical trials.
Key awards:
- Best Book of the Year Award (Medical Sociology Section, British Sociological Association)
His work has informed grants and policy recommendations on opioid use disorder treatment, fentanyl-related risks, and post-disaster health systems in Puerto Rico. He advocates for ethical research practices and equitable healthcare access.
