My research over the last ten years has centered on motivated behavior and drugs of abuse. I received my Ph.D. in Neuroscience; my doctoral work focused on utilizing various compounds as pharmacological probes to elucidate the mechanisms of drug-motivated behaviors, and to establish their potential as therapeutic agents. While investigating the basic neurobehavioral underpinnings of addictions, I was exposed to clinical and translational research activities and became intrigued by the idea of augmenting my basic science skills with training in clinical research. With this in mind, I earned a Master of Science in Clinical Research. My post-doctoral training included clinical coursework and didactic training focused on regulatory and ethical considerations in the conduct of clinical research, clinical skills and diagnostic assessment. My background in preclinical behavioral neuroscience has contributed a unique approach to addiction research in a human behavioral laboratory setting. I am currently a Research Instructor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at MUSC and Co-Investigator on several NIDA-funded patient-oriented addiction research studies investigating factors contributing to drug dependence and relapse. With my experience in basic, clinical, and translational addiction research, I am in a unique position to facilitate interdisciplinary connections across the Department. | |
Kimber L. Price, M.S.C.R., Ph.D.