Creating a new intervention to help young adults manage their alcohol consumption
Official title: Development and Initial Testing of a Multi-Component Breath Alcohol-Focused Intervention for Young Adults
Funded at Northeastern University · NIH-10769894 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking for young adults who want to cut back on their drinking by using fun tools like smartphone apps and breathalyzers that give instant feedback on how much alcohol is in their system, helping them learn to drink more moderately in different situations.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northeastern University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | March 1, 2023 |
| Project end | February 28, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $171,265 |
| NIH project number | 5R34AA029224-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10769894 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are young adults who consume alcohol and may be at risk for alcohol use disorder.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not consume alcohol or are not interested in reducing their alcohol intake may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing and testing a multi-component intervention aimed at helping young adults reduce their alcohol intake. It utilizes technology, including smartphone apps and breath alcohol devices, to provide real-time feedback on blood alcohol concentration (BAC) and promote moderate drinking strategies. Participants will engage with these tools in various drinking scenarios to assess their effectiveness in reducing alcohol consumption. The study aims to address the gap in effective, immediate behavioral interventions for alcohol use among young adults.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide young adults with effective tools to manage their alcohol consumption and reduce the risk of alcohol use disorder.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in using technology for alcohol consumption management, indicating potential for success with this novel multi-component approach.
Where this research is happening
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Northeastern University
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Leeman, Robert F — Northeastern University
- Study coordinator: Leeman, Robert F
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.