Exploring how social connections affect type 2 diabetes management in Black men
Official title: Making the Connection: Understanding the dynamic social connections impacting type 2 diabetes management among Black/African American men
Funded at Texas A&m University Health Science Ctr · NIH-10985428 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how friendships and community connections can help Black men with type 2 diabetes take better care of their health, so they can find ways to manage their condition more effectively together.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Texas A&m University Health Science Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (College Station, United States) |
| Project start | September 25, 2023 |
| Project end | October 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $228,750 |
| NIH project number | 5R21MD019048-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10985428 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Black/African American men who are managing type 2 diabetes.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as Black/African American or those without type 2 diabetes may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the social influences and networks that impact the management of type 2 diabetes among Black/African American men. By understanding how relationships and community interactions affect health behaviors, the study aims to identify key social factors that contribute to better disease self-management. The approach involves analyzing social networks and their evolution over time to develop effective strategies tailored to this population. Ultimately, the goal is to enhance diabetes self-care and improve health outcomes through culturally relevant interventions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diabetes management and health outcomes for Black/African American men.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that social networks can significantly influence health behaviors, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Texas A&m University Health Science Ctr
College Station, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Prochnow, Tyler — Texas A&m University Health Science Ctr
- Study coordinator: Prochnow, Tyler
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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.