Training undergraduates in alcohol research and behavioral health
Guided Research Experiences and Applied Training (GREAT) in Alcohol Studies
This summer program is designed for undergraduates from diverse backgrounds to learn about alcohol and its effects on health while gaining valuable research skills and mentorship from experienced faculty, all in a friendly and supportive environment.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Virginia Commonwealth University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Richmond, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11058633 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program offers intensive summer research experiences focused on alcohol and its behavioral health outcomes for undergraduates from underrepresented groups. Participants will engage in structured training and receive mentorship from experienced faculty over an 8-week period. The program aims to equip students with essential research skills and professional development opportunities to foster their success in biomedical and behavioral research careers. By creating a supportive environment, the initiative seeks to increase diversity in the field of research.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are undergraduates from underrepresented groups interested in pursuing careers in research related to alcohol and behavioral health.
Not a fit: Patients who are not undergraduates or do not belong to underrepresented groups may not benefit from this research initiative.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance the representation of underrepresented groups in biomedical and behavioral research, leading to more inclusive health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Other programs aimed at increasing diversity in research have shown success in enhancing educational outcomes and career advancement for underrepresented students.
Where this research is happening
Richmond, United States
- Virginia Commonwealth University — Richmond, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Adkins, Amy Elizabeth — Virginia Commonwealth University
- Study coordinator: Adkins, Amy Elizabeth
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.