A center focused on understanding eating behaviors and disorders.
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['FUNDING_OTHER'] · SANFORD RESEARCH NORTH · NIH-11058513
This study is creating a special center to help researchers learn more about eating disorders and improve how they study them, making it easier for everyone involved to work together and share new ideas.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | SANFORD RESEARCH NORTH (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (FARGO, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11058513 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research establishes a Center of Biomedical Research Excellence at the Sanford Center for Bio-behavioral Research, aiming to advance the understanding of eating disorders and behaviors. It will provide researchers with access to innovative assessment methodologies and technical support, enhancing the quality of research in this field. The center will also offer training in these methodologies, fostering collaboration among project directors, students, and researchers from various disciplines.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include individuals struggling with eating disorders or abnormal eating behaviors.
Not a fit: Patients with no history of eating disorders or related behavioral issues may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved assessment and treatment strategies for individuals with eating disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research in similar areas has shown promise in improving understanding and treatment of eating disorders, indicating that this approach could be beneficial.
Where this research is happening
FARGO, UNITED STATES
- SANFORD RESEARCH NORTH — FARGO, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: ENGEL, SCOTT G — SANFORD RESEARCH NORTH
- Study coordinator: ENGEL, SCOTT G
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 below.