Enhancing alcohol research partnerships between two universities in North Carolina
2/2 Partnerships to Enhance Alcohol Research Across NCCU and UNC (PEAR-NC)
This study is bringing together students and faculty from North Carolina Central University and the University of North Carolina to better understand how alcohol affects health, especially in African American communities, so they can work together to find solutions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chapel Hill, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10894178 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on building collaborative partnerships between North Carolina Central University (NCCU) and the University of North Carolina (UNC) to enhance understanding of alcohol-related health disparities. It aims to integrate research efforts from both institutions, allowing for shared resources and expertise in studying the effects of alcohol on health, particularly among African American populations. The project will involve students and faculty from both universities in exploring the cellular mechanisms of alcohol pathology, thereby fostering a diverse research environment.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals aged 21 and older, particularly those from African American communities who may be affected by alcohol-related health disparities.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as part of the target demographic or who are under 21 years old may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment of alcohol-related health issues, particularly in underserved populations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in collaborative approaches to studying health disparities, indicating that this partnership could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Chapel Hill, United States
- Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill — Chapel Hill, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Crews, Fulton T — Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
- Study coordinator: Crews, Fulton T
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 below.