This grant supports research centers focused on alcohol misuse and related health issues. The goal is to encourage interdisciplinary research and develop new methods and technologies to better understand and address alcohol-related problems. Centers should foster collaboration among researchers and mentor young investigators.
Who it's for: This grant is for organizations and entities that can establish a research center focused on alcohol misuse and related health issues. Eligible applicants include various government entities, educational institutions, nonprofits, and for-profit organizations.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Lack of interdisciplinary research focus
- Inability to demonstrate collaboration among researchers
- Failure to contribute to the alcohol field beyond individual projects
- Non-compliance with NIAAA's mission
- Incomplete application submission
What You May Need
- Detailed research proposal
- Proof of interdisciplinary collaboration
- Plan for mentoring young investigators
- Budget justification
- Organizational documents (e.g., proof of nonprofit status)
- Letters of support from collaborating researchers
- Documentation of past research achievements
- CVs of key personnel
- Institutional support letters
- Compliance with federal regulations
Cautions
- Ensure alignment with NIAAA's mission
- Focus on interdisciplinary research
- Demonstrate added value to the alcohol research field
- Adhere to application guidelines and deadlines
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include county governments, federally recognized Indian tribal governments, individuals, nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status, other Native American tribal organizations, public and state institutions of higher education, independent school districts, city or township governments, state governments, private institutions of higher education, nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, unrestricted entities, special district governments, and for-profit organizations. This broad eligibility allows a wide range of entities to apply, provided they can meet the research and collaboration requirements.
Overview
This grant is for organizations and entities that can establish a research center focused on alcohol misuse and related health issues. Eligible applicants include various government entities, educational institutions, nonprofits, and for-profit organizations.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Lack of interdisciplinary research focus
- Inability to demonstrate collaboration among researchers
- Failure to contribute to the alcohol field beyond individual projects
- Non-compliance with NIAAA's mission
- Incomplete application submission
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to support interdisciplinary research on alcohol misuse, develop new research methods, mentor young researchers, and contribute to the understanding and treatment of alcohol-related issues.
Total Program Funding
$1,500,000
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
- Deadline
- Jan 27, 2027(103 days)
- Archive Date
- Mar 27, 2027
Application Checklist
- Review NIAAA's mission and guidelines
- Develop a comprehensive research proposal
- Establish interdisciplinary research teams
- Prepare a detailed budget and justification
- Gather letters of support from collaborators
- Compile CVs and biosketches of key personnel
- Ensure compliance with federal regulations
- Submit application by the deadline