Exploring how childhood and intergenerational trauma affect heart health at the US-Mexico border.
Official title: Pathways linking childhood and intergenerational trauma at the US-Mexico border with cardiovascular health.
Funded at University of Arizona · NIH-10901104 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how tough experiences in childhood and family history of trauma affect heart health in people living along the US-Mexico border, especially in Hispanic communities, to help find better ways to support their heart health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Arizona NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tucson, United States) |
| Project start | August 21, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $48,974 |
| NIH project number | 1F31MD018943-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10901104 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals from Hispanic communities living at the US-Mexico border who have experienced adverse childhood events or intergenerational trauma.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not belong to the targeted Hispanic populations or who have not experienced ACEs or IT may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and intergenerational trauma (IT) on cardiovascular health among populations living at the US-Mexico border. It aims to understand the behavioral and physiological pathways linking these traumas to heart health outcomes. By focusing on Hispanic communities, the study seeks to identify the prevalence of ACEs and IT and their associated risk factors, using validated methods to gather comprehensive data. The findings could inform targeted interventions to improve cardiovascular health in these underserved populations.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for reducing cardiovascular health disparities in communities affected by trauma.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that addressing ACEs and IT can lead to significant improvements in mental and physical health outcomes, suggesting that this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
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University of Arizona
Tucson, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rasmussen, Elizabeth — University of Arizona
- Study coordinator: Rasmussen, Elizabeth
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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.