Preventing alcohol addictions by addressing prenatal alcohol exposure
From FASD to AUDs: Strategies for Preventing Alcohol Addictions
This study is looking at how drinking alcohol during pregnancy can affect a child's future risk of developing problems with alcohol as an adult, and it aims to find ways to help prevent these issues by understanding how the brain develops in response to alcohol.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas at Austin NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Austin, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10908453 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the link between prenatal alcohol exposure and the development of alcohol use disorders in adults. It aims to understand how preventing alcohol consumption during pregnancy can reduce the risk of fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD) in children, which in turn may help prevent alcohol-related issues in their adult lives. The study focuses on the biological mechanisms involved, particularly the role of non-protein-coding RNAs in brain development and alcohol response. By exploring these connections, the research seeks to develop effective strategies for reducing alcohol addiction risks.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include pregnant women who consume alcohol and their children, as well as adults with a history of alcohol use disorders.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have a history of alcohol exposure or alcohol use disorders may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved prevention strategies for alcohol use disorders, benefiting both children exposed to alcohol in utero and adults with a history of alcohol-related issues.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the biological mechanisms of alcohol exposure and its effects, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Austin, United States
- University of Texas at Austin — Austin, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Salem, Nihal a — University of Texas at Austin
- Study coordinator: Salem, Nihal a
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.