Effects of alcohol on immune and metabolic health
Official title: Immunometabolic consequences of alcohol-induced mesenteric lymphatic dyshomeostasis
Funded at Lsu Health Sciences Center · NIH-11034147 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how drinking alcohol over a long time can impact your immune system and metabolism, especially how it affects the lymphatic system, to help you understand the potential health issues related to alcohol.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Lsu Health Sciences Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New Orleans, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2023 |
| Project end | March 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $44,391 |
| NIH project number | 5F30AA030909-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11034147 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adults who consume alcohol heavily or binge drink and may be experiencing related health issues.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not consume alcohol or have no related health conditions may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how chronic alcohol consumption affects the immune system and metabolism, particularly focusing on the lymphatic system's role in these processes. It aims to understand how alcohol-induced changes in lymphatic function can lead to inflammation and metabolic dysregulation in adipose tissue. By studying the interactions between immune cells and metabolic signals, the research seeks to uncover the mechanisms behind alcohol-related health issues. Patients may learn about the implications of alcohol on their immune and metabolic health through this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better understanding and management of health issues related to alcohol consumption, potentially improving treatment options for affected individuals.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the immune system's role in metabolic disorders related to alcohol, suggesting that this approach may yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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Lsu Health Sciences Center
New Orleans, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Weaver, Kourtney D — Lsu Health Sciences Center
- Study coordinator: Weaver, Kourtney D
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.