Funding pilot projects to advance alcohol research

ACORN Pilot Core

NIH-funded research University of Nebraska Medical Center · NIH-11014449

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 typeNIH-funded research
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionUniversity of Nebraska Medical Center NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Omaha, United States)
Project IDNIH-11014449 on NIH RePORTER

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.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals involved in or affected by alcohol consumption and misuse.

Not a fit: Patients who do not engage in alcohol consumption or have no related health issues may not benefit from this research.

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 performed: Similar pilot project funding initiatives have successfully led to larger studies and advancements in alcohol research.

Where this research is happening

Omaha, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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