333.7543 Research and enforcement; duties of administrator. Sec. 7543. The administrator shall encourage research on misuse and abuse of controlled substances. In connection with the research and furtherance of the enforcement of this article, the administrator may: (a) Establish methods to assess accurately the effects of controlled substances and identify and characterize those with potential for abuse. (b) Make studies and undertake programs of research to: (i) Develop new or improved approaches, techniques, systems, equipment, and devices to strengthen the enforcement of this article. (ii) Determine patterns of misuse and abuse of controlled substances and the social effects thereof. (iii) Improve methods for preventing, predicting, understanding, and dealing with the misuse and abuse of controlled substances. (c) Enter into contracts with public agencies, institutions of higher education, and private organizations or individuals for the purpose of conducting research, demonstrations, or special projects which bear directly on misuse and abuse of controlled substances. History: 1978, Act 368, Eff. Sept. 30, 1978 Popular Name: Act 368
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