A center focused on alcohol-related research management and planning.
Official title: ACORN: Administrative and Planning Core
Funded at University of Nebraska Medical Center · NIH-11014446 · Data updated 2026-11-12
The Alcohol Center of Research Nebraska is working on projects to better understand how alcohol affects people, and their findings could help improve treatment options for anyone dealing with alcohol-related issues.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Nebraska Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Omaha, United States) |
| Project start | February 28, 2023 |
| Project end | January 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $192,500 |
| NIH project number | 5P50AA030407-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11014446 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals affected by alcohol use or those interested in alcohol-related health research.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have any concerns or interests related to alcohol consumption may not receive benefit from this research.
What this research studies
The Alcohol Center Of Research Nebraska (ACORN) Administration and Planning Core (APC) is dedicated to providing essential planning, oversight, and management for various research projects related to alcohol consumption and its effects. From coordinating public relations to ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, the APC plays a crucial role in facilitating research efforts and engaging with the community. Patients may benefit from the outreach and findings generated by the center's research initiatives, which aim to improve understanding and treatment of alcohol-related issues.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for addressing alcohol-related health issues in the community.
How similar studies have gone: Other research initiatives focused on alcohol-related issues have shown promise in improving public health outcomes, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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University of Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Casey, Carol a. — University of Nebraska Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Casey, Carol a.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.