Examining health and disability trends among working-age adults and their impact on employment.
Official title: HEALTH AND DISABILITY AMONG WORKING-AGE ADULTS: TRENDS, DISPARITIES, AND IMPLICATIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT AND FEDERAL PROGRAMS
Funded at National Academy of Sciences · NIH-10947384 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how health issues and disabilities affect working-age adults and their job opportunities, aiming to find ways to improve support and resources for those who need it.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | National Academy of Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Washington, United States) |
| Project start | August 9, 2023 |
| Project end | August 8, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $325,000 |
| NIH project number | 263201800029I-0-759802300013-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10947384 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include working-age adults (21 years and older) who experience health disparities or disabilities that affect their employment.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not of working age or do not experience health or disability-related employment challenges may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the health and disability trends among working-age adults, focusing on disparities that affect their employment opportunities and access to federal programs. By analyzing data over time, the study aims to identify key factors that contribute to these disparities and how they impact individuals' ability to work. The methodology includes statistical analysis of health data and employment records to uncover patterns and implications for policy changes. Patients may benefit from insights that could lead to improved support systems and resources tailored to their needs.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to enhanced employment support and federal program access for working-age adults facing health and disability challenges.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in identifying health disparities and their impact on employment, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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National Academy of Sciences
Washington, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Spruth, David — National Academy of Sciences
- Study coordinator: Spruth, David
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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.