1. Refine language for basic and clinical phenotypes |
Bridge key constructs in alcohol research to facilitate translational research. |
2. Biomarker Development |
Develop translatable, scalable biomarkers for pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy AUD treatments. |
3. Conduct large scale longitudinal studies |
Link neurobiological substrates to clinically relevant outcomes. |
4. Conduct generalizable clinical research |
Develop and refine clinical methods that increase external validity for AUD treatment. |
5. Leverage resources |
Increase awareness in resources available to improve medication development. |
6. Support translational and team-based training |
Promote scientific exchange between scientists across the translational spectrum and encourage team-based science. |
7. Close the treatment gap |
Use currently available resources to benefit individuals with AUD. |
8. Fill the evidence-based practice knowledge gap |
Improve communication between scientists and the public regarding evidence-based prevention and treatment strategies. |