Examining how physical activity and stress affect young women after heart attacks
Official title: Investigation of Sex Differences in Physical Activity and its Relationships with Stress After Myocardial Infarction
Funded at Emory University · NIH-10898637 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how young women and men who have had a heart attack differ in their physical activity and stress levels, especially focusing on women under 60, to find out how stress affects their activity and help improve heart health for young women.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emory University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $48,974 |
| NIH project number | 5F31HL170697-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10898637 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are young women and men under 60 years old who have recently experienced a myocardial infarction.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are older than 60 or those who have not experienced a heart attack may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the differences in physical activity levels and stress responses between young women and men who have experienced a heart attack. It aims to understand how psychological stress influences physical activity in these individuals, particularly focusing on women under 60 years old. By analyzing data from a previous study, the research will compare activity levels and stress reports to identify unique risk factors for cardiovascular diseases in young women. The findings could lead to tailored interventions to improve heart health in this population.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved prevention strategies and interventions for young women at risk of heart disease.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has indicated that understanding sex differences in cardiovascular health can lead to significant advancements in treatment and prevention strategies.
Where this research is happening
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Emory University
Atlanta, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Suvada, Kara — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Suvada, Kara
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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.