Goal: To provide a multi disciplinary approach to the study of addiction and to promote opportunities for international networking among participants

Participants: Individuals with a focused interest in addiction research and treatment, Master's and PhD students, NGO staff working on addiction-related issues, professionals in human services, practitioners and advocates.

Scientific Directors: Dr. Dennis McCarty (Oregon Health and Science University)

Programme: Guest lecturers include Dr. Wim van den Brink (University of Amsterdam), Dr. Reinout Wiers (University of Amsterdam) and many more. The latest updates can be seen on the website at http://www.graduateschoolofsocialsciences.uva.nl/sia/introduction.cfm