How changes in sleep and activity patterns affect heart health in teens and young adults
Official title: Circadian disruption and cardiometabolic risk during the transition from adolescence to young adulthood
Funded at University of Michigan at Ann Arbor · NIH-11046769 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how changes in sleep and daily routines during the teenage years can affect heart and overall health, and it's for young people who want to understand how their habits might impact their well-being as they grow up.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project start | May 1, 2025 |
| Project end | February 28, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $691,124 |
| NIH project number | 1R01HL169893-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11046769 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents and young adults aged 12 to 20 who may experience irregular sleep patterns or have concerns about their heart health.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside the age range of 12 to 20 or those without any circadian rhythm disruptions may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how disruptions in circadian rhythms during the transition from adolescence to young adulthood can impact heart and metabolic health. It focuses on understanding the relationship between irregular sleep patterns, eating habits, and physical activity, and how these factors may lead to increased risks of cardiometabolic diseases. The study will analyze various biological markers and consider factors such as sex and sleep disorders to provide a comprehensive view of how these disruptions affect health outcomes. Participants will be monitored over time to assess changes in their health as they navigate this critical developmental period.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for preventing cardiometabolic diseases in adolescents and young adults.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results linking circadian rhythm disruptions to health issues, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Jansen, Erica Christine — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Jansen, Erica Christine
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.