Cross-Cutting Research Themes
NIAAA has identified cross-cutting research themes, which provide a lens for examining high-priority topics that span two or more of the research goals outlined in this strategic plan. The following themes complement the Cross-Cutting Research Programs and Supporting the Mission sections of this strategic plan.
Advancing Research on Women’s Health
NIAAA will continue to support biological and behavioral research to more fully understand how alcohol use and misuse impact women and to develop interventions tailored to the unique needs of women.
Applying a Life Course Approach to Alcohol Research
NIAAA encourages research to address critical knowledge gaps about the impact of alcohol misuse unique to each life stage.
Encouraging a Whole Person, Integrated Approach to Health
NIAAA encourages innovative research that enhances the understanding of whole person health and facilitates integrated care to improve health outcomes and reduce health care costs.
Innovating Alcohol Research and Care Through Data Science
NIAAA will facilitate research by encouraging data science and multi-omic approaches to predict vulnerability to alcohol misuse, individualize AUD treatment, and guide recovery.