The Academic Collaborative Center Addiction of Arkin/Jellinek is embedded in the research institute: Amsterdam Institute for Addiction Research (AIAR). We collaborate with the Department of Psychiatry Amsterdam UMC, as well as various other universities and institutions. AIAR’s knowledge network focuses on innovation, research, and implementation in addiction care. At AIAR, innovation and clinical practice go hand in hand to disseminate knowledge on addiction both nationally and internationally. Our mission is clear: to conduct pioneering research and to bridge the gap between innovative research methodologies and clinical practice. Our four research lines are dedicated to improving care and expanding knowledge; 1) Addiction prevention: This research line involves close collaboration with Jellinek Prevention, 2) Digitalization: We investigate digital health and AI as a response to workforce shortages and strive for advanced digital solutions, 3) Addiction target groups and comorbidity: Through close cooperation with other Academic Workplaces within Arkin, we focus on understanding and treating complex psychiatric morbidity, 4) Treatment and aftercare: This line contributes to providing the most effective treatment for every patient.