Exploring how physical activity, sedentary behavior, and sleep affect health in older adults
Official title: Physical activity, sedentary behavior, and sleep in the ACT cohort: The 24-hour activity cycle
Funded at Kaiser Foundation Research Institute · NIH-11124785 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how staying active, sitting too much, and getting enough sleep affect the health of older adults, and it’s for anyone who wants to understand how their daily habits can help them age healthier.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Kaiser Foundation Research Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Oakland, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | May 15, 2021 |
| Project end | April 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $701,841 |
| NIH project number | 5U19AG066567-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-11124785 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who are interested in understanding how their daily activities and sleep patterns affect their health.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not within the age range of 21 years and older or those with severe cognitive impairments may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the interplay between physical activity, sedentary behavior, and sleep in older adults to understand their combined effects on cognitive and physical health. By utilizing advanced monitoring devices and statistical methods, the study aims to analyze how these behaviors interact throughout the day and influence health outcomes over time. Participants will provide both device-based data and self-reported information to create a comprehensive picture of their daily activity cycles. The goal is to identify optimal patterns of activity and rest that support healthy aging.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved guidelines for daily activity and sleep that enhance cognitive and physical health in older adults.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the impact of physical activity and sleep on health, but this specific approach of integrating all three factors is innovative and less explored.
Where this research is happening
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Kaiser Foundation Research Institute
Oakland, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rosenberg, Dori E — Kaiser Foundation Research Institute
- Study coordinator: Rosenberg, Dori E
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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.