Funding pilot projects to advance alcohol research
Official title: ACORN Pilot Core
Funded at University of Nebraska Medical Center · NIH-11014449 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is helping researchers explore important questions about alcohol by giving them money to start small projects, which could lead to bigger studies in the future.
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) | $83,800 |
| NIH project number | 5P50AA030407-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11014449 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals involved in or affected by alcohol consumption and misuse.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not engage in alcohol consumption or have no related health issues may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This program supports investigators in the field of alcohol research by providing funding for pilot projects that can lead to larger studies. Each selected project receives up to $25,000 over 18 months to collect preliminary data. The goal is to address critical issues in alcohol research and facilitate future grant applications for more extensive studies. By evaluating the outcomes of these pilot projects, the program aims to enhance the overall understanding of alcohol-related issues.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment options for alcohol-related conditions.
How similar studies have gone: Similar pilot project funding initiatives have successfully led to larger studies and advancements in alcohol research.
Where this research is happening
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University of Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wyatt, Todd a — University of Nebraska Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Wyatt, Todd a
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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.