Investigating liver diseases related to alcohol use.
Official title: BLR&D Research Career Scientist Award Application
Funded at VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System · NIH-11182344 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking into how alcohol affects the liver and causes problems like hepatitis and liver cancer, with the goal of finding better treatments for people dealing with these issues.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2018 |
| Project end | March 31, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| NIH project number | 2IK6BX004205-08 |
| Project ID | NIH-11182344 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals diagnosed with alcohol use disorder or alcohol-associated liver diseases.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with liver diseases not related to alcohol use may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding the molecular and cellular mechanisms behind liver diseases caused by alcohol, including alcohol-associated hepatitis and liver cancer. Led by Dr. Hidekazu Tsukamoto, the project aims to uncover how liver fibrosis develops and how it can be treated. The research involves both laboratory studies and collaborative efforts with other investigators to advance knowledge in this critical area of liver health. Patients may benefit from new insights that could lead to improved treatments for alcohol-related liver conditions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better treatment options and management strategies for patients suffering from alcohol-related liver diseases.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in understanding alcohol-related liver diseases, indicating that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System
Los Angeles, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Tsukamoto, Hidekazu — VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System
- Study coordinator: Tsukamoto, Hidekazu
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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.