Developing dietary biomarkers to improve nutrition assessments
Dietary Biomarkers Development Center at Harvard University
This study at Harvard is working on finding new ways to measure what people eat by looking at specific markers in their bodies, which will help nutrition experts and health officials understand how our diets affect our health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Harvard School of Public Health NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10898076 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to create a center at Harvard University focused on developing and validating dietary biomarkers that can accurately assess food intake in free-living populations. The project will involve controlled feeding studies with various foods, including chicken, beef, soybeans, and whole grains, to identify metabolomic signatures associated with these dietary intakes. By cataloging these biomarkers, the research will provide valuable resources for nutrition researchers and public health officials to better understand dietary habits and their health impacts.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals interested in understanding their dietary habits and those who may be at risk for diet-related health issues.
Not a fit: Patients who are not interested in dietary assessments or who have specific dietary restrictions that do not align with the foods being studied may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate dietary assessments, ultimately improving nutritional recommendations and health outcomes for individuals.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in developing dietary biomarkers, indicating that this approach has potential for meaningful advancements in nutrition science.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Harvard School of Public Health — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hu, Frank B — Harvard School of Public Health
- Study coordinator: Hu, Frank B
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.