Exploring how social factors influence heart and metabolic health
Mentorship in patient-oriented research on behavioral and social determinants of cardiometabolic health
This study, led by Dr. Anne Thorndike at Massachusetts General Hospital, is looking at how things like social situations and behaviors influence heart and metabolic health, especially for people with lower incomes, and aims to find new ways to help them eat better and live healthier lives.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Massachusetts General Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11009918 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how behavioral and social determinants affect cardiometabolic health, particularly in low-income populations. Led by Dr. Anne Thorndike at Massachusetts General Hospital, the project aims to develop and test innovative strategies to promote healthier eating and lifestyle choices. The research includes mentorship for junior researchers, fostering new ideas and approaches to tackle health disparities. By examining factors like food access and health behaviors, the project seeks to create effective interventions that can be implemented in community settings.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults, particularly those from low-income backgrounds who face challenges related to food access and health behaviors.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have cardiometabolic risk factors or those who are not affected by social determinants of health may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for individuals at risk of cardiometabolic diseases by addressing the root social and behavioral factors.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using behavioral strategies to improve health outcomes in similar populations, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Massachusetts General Hospital — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Thorndike, Anne N — Massachusetts General Hospital
- Study coordinator: Thorndike, Anne N
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 below.