Understanding how stress and alcohol affect the brain

CORE 1/2: INIA Stress and Chronic Alcohol Interactions: Computational and Statistical Analysis Core (CSAC)

NIH-funded research Indiana University Indianapolis · NIH-11012872

This study is looking at how stress and alcohol affect the brain to better understand alcohol use disorder, and it aims to find new ways to help people who struggle with this condition.

Quick facts

Grant typeNIH-funded research
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionIndiana University Indianapolis NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Indianapolis, United States)
Project IDNIH-11012872 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research investigates the interactions between stress and alcohol on brain mechanisms, aiming to uncover how these factors contribute to alcohol use disorder (AUD). The project employs a collaborative approach, utilizing advanced statistical and computational methods to analyze large datasets generated by various research components within the INIAstress consortium. By integrating data across studies, the research seeks to develop impactful hypotheses that can lead to better understanding and treatment of AUD. Patients may benefit from insights gained through this research, which could inform future therapeutic strategies.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals experiencing stress-related issues or alcohol use disorder.

Not a fit: Patients who do not have any history of alcohol use or stress-related conditions may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment options for individuals struggling with alcohol use disorder.

How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in understanding the relationship between stress and alcohol, but this approach aims to integrate data in a novel way.

Where this research is happening

Indianapolis, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
Conditions alcohol use disorder
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