Helping young people with Type 1 diabetes manage their condition better.
Official title: Behavioral Research Mentorship in Diabetes for Early Career Scientists from Diverse and Underrepresented Groups.
Funded at Baylor College of Medicine · NIH-10927422 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping young people with Type 1 diabetes and their families during important times, like when they're first diagnosed or going through their teenage years, by testing friendly support programs that can improve their health and happiness.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Baylor College of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project start | September 11, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $96,616 |
| NIH project number | 5K26DK138332-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10927422 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are young individuals diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes, particularly those experiencing transitions in their care.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have Type 1 diabetes or are not in transitional phases of their care may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving the management of Type 1 diabetes (T1D) during critical transition periods, such as diagnosis and adolescence. It aims to develop and test behavioral interventions that support young patients and their families in achieving better health outcomes. The study is led by a team at Baylor College of Medicine, which emphasizes mentorship for early career scientists from diverse backgrounds, ensuring that the research is inclusive and representative. By utilizing principles from behavior change and positive psychology, the research seeks to enhance both the psychosocial and medical well-being of participants.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to effective behavioral strategies that help young people with Type 1 diabetes manage their condition more effectively, improving their overall quality of life.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in using behavioral interventions to improve diabetes management, making this approach both relevant and potentially impactful.
Where this research is happening
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Baylor College of Medicine
Houston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hilliard, Marisa Ellen — Baylor College of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Hilliard, Marisa Ellen
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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.