Exploring how environmental factors influence early alcohol use in adolescents
Official title: Data-Driven Exploration of Exposomic Influences on the Onset of Alcohol Use During Adolescence
Funded at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai · NIH-10932209 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at what influences kids under 15 to start drinking alcohol early, focusing on things in their environment rather than their genes, to help find ways to prevent underage drinking.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | September 11, 2023 |
| Project end | September 10, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $47,374 |
| NIH project number | 5F31AA031437-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10932209 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents aged 9 to 14 years, particularly those who may be at risk for early alcohol use due to environmental factors.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are older than 14 years or those who have already developed alcohol use disorders may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the factors that contribute to early alcohol use in adolescents, particularly those under 15 years old. By analyzing data from a large, diverse cohort of 9-10-year-olds, the study aims to identify non-genetic environmental influences, known as the exposome, that may increase the risk of early alcohol consumption. The researchers will develop a new scoring system to assess these risks and compare them to established genetic factors. This comprehensive approach seeks to provide insights into preventing early alcohol use among youth.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better prevention strategies for underage drinking, ultimately reducing the risk of alcohol use disorders in adolescents.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in identifying genetic factors related to alcohol use, but this study's focus on environmental influences is a novel approach.
Where this research is happening
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Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Adams, Faith — Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
- Study coordinator: Adams, Faith
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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.