Exploring how genetics influences aging and behavior in diverse groups
Official title: Studying the Genetics of Aging, Behavioral, and Social Phenotypes in Diverse Populations-Supplement
Funded at University of Southern California · NIH-11293952 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how our genes influence aging and behavior in different groups of people, and it's working on new ways to analyze genetic information so that everyone, including those from diverse backgrounds, can benefit from better understanding how genetics affects their health and behavior.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Southern California NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | May 15, 2023 |
| Project end | April 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $180,567 |
| NIH project number | 3R01AG081518-03S1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11293952 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals from diverse genetic backgrounds who are interested in the genetic aspects of aging and behavior.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have an interest in genetic research or those from genetically homogeneous populations may not receive significant benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the genetic factors that affect aging and behavioral traits across various populations. It aims to develop advanced statistical tools to enhance the accuracy of genetic studies, particularly focusing on how distant relatives can be used to improve the understanding of genetic influences. By creating better methods for analyzing genetic data, the research seeks to address limitations in current approaches, making it more applicable to genetically diverse groups. Patients may benefit from insights gained about how genetics impacts their health and behavior as the research progresses.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding of genetic influences on aging and behavior, potentially informing personalized health strategies.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success in using advanced statistical genetics tools to study diverse populations, indicating that this approach has potential for meaningful contributions.
Where this research is happening
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University of Southern California
Los Angeles, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Turley, Patrick Ansel — University of Southern California
- Study coordinator: Turley, Patrick Ansel
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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.