Finding blood markers that show how aging affects heart health
Official title: Identifying Organ-Specific Blood Biomarkers of Aging and Assessing their Effects on Cardiovascular Health
Funded at Buck Institute for Research on Aging · NIH-11115652 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how getting older affects heart health by checking certain blood markers and how different organs age together, so we can better understand heart problems and find ways to help.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Buck Institute for Research on Aging NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Novato, United States) |
| Project start | June 15, 2024 |
| Project end | March 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $703,365 |
| NIH project number | 5U01AG086214-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11115652 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are older adults who may be experiencing age-related cardiovascular issues.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are younger and do not have any signs of cardiovascular dysfunction may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how aging impacts the health of the heart by identifying specific blood biomarkers linked to organ aging. It utilizes advanced data analysis techniques, including deep learning, to study large groups of individuals over time. By examining the interactions between different organs and their aging processes, the research aims to uncover how these factors contribute to heart dysfunction. The goal is to develop a better understanding of how aging affects cardiovascular health and to identify potential interventions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new ways to monitor and improve heart health in aging individuals.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in using biomarkers to understand aging and its effects on health, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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Buck Institute for Research on Aging
Novato, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Furman, David — Buck Institute for Research on Aging
- Study coordinator: Furman, David
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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.