How daily stress affects inflammation in older adults
Official title: Stress and Affective Mechanisms that Relate to Inflammation in Diverse Older Men and Women
Funded at South Dakota State University · NIH-10948644 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how everyday stress affects inflammation in older adults, helping us understand how stress and emotions can impact health, and it will also see if there are differences between men and women in these effects.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R03 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | South Dakota State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Brookings, United States) |
| Project start | September 15, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $148,500 |
| NIH project number | 1R03AG088758-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10948644 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are older adults aged 65 and above who experience daily stressors.
✕Less likely to help
Patients under the age of 65 or those not experiencing significant daily stressors may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between daily stressors and inflammation in older adults, focusing on how stress and emotional reactions can influence health outcomes. By analyzing data from the Einstein Aging Study, the research aims to identify specific aspects of daily stress, such as frequency and severity, that are linked to increased inflammation. The study will also explore differences in these effects between men and women, providing insights into how stress impacts health in diverse populations of older adults.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better understanding and management of inflammation-related health issues in older adults.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the link between stress and inflammation, but this study focuses specifically on older adults, making it a novel approach.
Where this research is happening
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South Dakota State University
Brookings, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Witzel, Dakota Danielle — South Dakota State University
- Study coordinator: Witzel, Dakota Danielle
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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.