Understanding how substance use behaviors change over time.
Official title: Modeling dynamic relations in substance use research: Challenges and opportunities.
Funded at Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill · NIH-10996940 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how and why people’s substance use changes over time, aiming to find helpful insights that could lead to better ways to prevent and treat substance use issues.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chapel Hill, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $40,441 |
| NIH project number | 1F31DA060040-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10996940 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals who engage in substance use or are at risk of developing substance use disorders.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not engage in substance use or are not at risk for substance use disorders may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the complex relationships and dynamics of substance use behaviors, focusing on how these behaviors evolve over time. It employs advanced statistical methodologies, such as Multilevel Modeling (MLM) and Dynamic Structural Equation Modeling (DSEM), to analyze the factors influencing substance use. By integrating theoretical frameworks with empirical data, the research aims to enhance the understanding of risk and protective factors associated with substance use. Patients may benefit from insights that could lead to improved prevention and intervention strategies.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective strategies for preventing and treating substance use disorders.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research using similar modeling approaches has shown promise in understanding behavioral dynamics, indicating potential for success in this area.
Where this research is happening
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Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Traver, Jennifer Marie — Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
- Study coordinator: Traver, Jennifer Marie
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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.