Improving communication and outreach about alcohol abuse and alcoholism.
Official title: NIAAA OUTREACH AND COMMUNICATIONS SUPPORT
Funded at Icf, INC., LLC · NIH-11218382 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about finding better ways to share information about alcohol abuse and alcoholism, so that patients and their families can learn about the risks and get the support they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Icf, INC., LLC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Fairfax, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $1,354,006 |
| NIH project number | 75N94023F00148-P00003-0-2 |
| Project ID | NIH-11218382 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals affected by alcohol abuse or those seeking information about alcoholism and its treatment.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not concerned about alcohol use or do not have any connection to alcohol-related issues may not receive benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing communication strategies and outreach efforts related to alcohol abuse and alcoholism. It aims to develop effective messaging and resources that can be disseminated to the public and healthcare providers. By utilizing various communication channels, the project seeks to raise awareness and educate individuals about the risks associated with alcohol use and available support options. Patients and their families may benefit from improved access to information and resources that can help them make informed decisions regarding alcohol-related issues.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide patients and their families with better access to information and resources about alcohol abuse and treatment options.
How similar studies have gone: Other outreach and communication initiatives have shown success in improving public awareness and education regarding health issues, suggesting that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
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Icf, INC., LLC
Fairfax, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Moyer, Melinda — Icf, INC., LLC
- Study coordinator: Moyer, Melinda
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.