Examining how immigrant integration affects health over time
Immigrant Integration and Health: Multidimensional and Cross-National Analyses Over the Life Course
This study looks at how the health of older immigrants, especially those from diverse backgrounds, changes as they settle into their new communities over time, focusing on what helps or hinders their physical and mental well-being as they age.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Toronto NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Toronto, Canada) |
| Project ID | NIH-10979699 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the health outcomes of older immigrants, particularly those of color, as they integrate into society over their lifetime. It aims to understand the decline in health that occurs as immigrants age, contrasting the initial health advantages they may have upon arrival. By analyzing linked survey and administrative data, the study will explore how various factors of integration, such as social and economic conditions, influence physical and cognitive health. Additionally, it will compare the experiences of immigrants in the U.S. and Canada to identify institutional factors that impact health outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older immigrants, particularly those from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds, who may be experiencing cognitive impairment or physical disabilities.
Not a fit: Patients who are not immigrants or who do not have age-related health concerns may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health interventions and policies that support the well-being of older immigrants.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that understanding the integration process can significantly impact health outcomes, suggesting that this approach may yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Toronto, Canada
- University of Toronto — Toronto, Canada (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ye, Leafia Zi — University of Toronto
- Study coordinator: Ye, Leafia Zi
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.