Investigating food allergies and potential treatments
Official title: Arkansas Center for Food Allergy Research (ArCOFAR)
Funded at Arkansas Children's Hospital Res Inst · NIH-11056154 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking for people with peanut allergies to help us learn more about food allergies and find better ways to treat and prevent them, especially for those who might not have had access to this kind of research before.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Arkansas Children's Hospital Res Inst NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Little Rock, United States) |
| Project start | March 14, 2024 |
| Project end | February 28, 2031 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $339,490 |
| NIH project number | 5U01AI181962-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11056154 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include individuals of all ages with food allergies, particularly those allergic to peanuts.
✕Less likely to help
Patients without food allergies or those who do not meet the demographic criteria may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
The Arkansas Center for Food Allergy Research (ArCOFAR) focuses on understanding food allergies, particularly peanut allergies, and developing effective therapeutic and prevention strategies. This research aims to conduct innovative clinical trials that will involve a diverse patient population, including many underserved individuals. By leveraging over 30 years of expertise in food allergy research, the center seeks to address critical questions that remain unanswered in the field. Participants will contribute to a broader understanding of food allergies and help shape future treatment options.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatments and preventive measures for individuals suffering from food allergies.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research in food allergy treatment has shown promise, particularly in immunotherapy approaches, indicating that this research builds on established methods.
Where this research is happening
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Arkansas Children's Hospital Res Inst
Little Rock, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Jones, Stacie M — Arkansas Children's Hospital Res Inst
- Study coordinator: Jones, Stacie M
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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.