Investigating the effects of alcohol on aging individuals with and without HIV
Administration and Data Analytic Core
This study is looking at how drinking alcohol affects the health of older adults, especially those living with HIV, by comparing their health records to those of people without HIV, to better understand the unique challenges they face.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P01 program project |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Yale University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New Haven, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10906188 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how alcohol consumption affects health outcomes in aging individuals, particularly those living with HIV. Utilizing a vast database derived from Electronic Health Records, the study analyzes data from the Veterans Aging Cohort Study and other related cohorts. By comparing individuals with HIV to those without, the research aims to identify the specific impacts of HIV on alcohol-related health issues. The project also emphasizes collaboration among experts to enhance study design and analysis, ensuring robust and reliable findings.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include aging individuals who are either living with HIV or are uninfected but have similar behavioral profiles.
Not a fit: Patients who are not aging or do not have a history of alcohol consumption may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and targeted interventions for aging individuals affected by HIV and alcohol use.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has successfully utilized similar cohort studies to investigate health outcomes related to alcohol and HIV, indicating a strong foundation for this approach.
Where this research is happening
New Haven, United States
- Yale University — New Haven, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Justice, Amy Caroline — Yale University
- Study coordinator: Justice, Amy Caroline
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 below.