Investigating the link between alcohol consumption and breast cancer risk.
ALCOHOL AND BREAST CANCER
This study is looking at how drinking alcohol during the teenage years might raise the chances of getting breast cancer later on and make it more aggressive, so it’s for anyone interested in understanding the risks of alcohol and breast health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Iowa NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Iowa City, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10831968 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research explores how alcohol consumption, particularly during adolescence, may increase the risk of developing breast cancer and contribute to more aggressive forms of the disease. By examining both tumor initiation and progression, the study aims to uncover the molecular mechanisms that link alcohol exposure to breast cancer. The research focuses on understanding how adolescent drinking habits can affect mammary gland development and cancer risk, which has not been thoroughly studied before. Through a combination of epidemiological data and clinical observations, the project seeks to provide insights that could inform prevention strategies.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include adolescents and young adults who consume alcohol and are at risk for breast cancer.
Not a fit: Patients who do not consume alcohol or are not at risk for breast cancer may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved prevention strategies for breast cancer related to alcohol consumption, particularly among adolescents.
How similar studies have performed: While there is existing research on alcohol's effects on health, this specific investigation into adolescent alcohol consumption and its direct link to breast cancer is novel and has not been extensively explored.
Where this research is happening
Iowa City, United States
- University of Iowa — Iowa City, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Luo, Jia — University of Iowa
- Study coordinator: Luo, Jia
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.