How family and neighborhood factors influence the risk of Type 2 diabetes
Family, Neighborhoods, and Intergenerational Transmission of Type II Diabetes Risk
This study looks at how the neighborhoods we live in and our family backgrounds can affect the chances of developing Type 2 diabetes over generations, helping us understand how things like walkable areas and access to healthy food can impact our health and that of our children.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Utah NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Salt Lake City, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10598511 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how the environment of neighborhoods and family characteristics contribute to the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes across generations. By analyzing extensive data from the Utah Population Database, the study aims to understand the relationship between neighborhood features, such as walkability and food availability, and the transmission of diabetes risk from parents to their children. The research employs a life course approach, integrating individual health records with neighborhood data over time to provide a comprehensive view of diabetes risk factors. Patients may benefit from insights that could lead to improved community health strategies and interventions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with a family history of Type 2 diabetes, particularly those living in diverse neighborhood environments.
Not a fit: Patients without a family history of Type 2 diabetes or those living in isolated or non-diverse neighborhoods may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better prevention strategies for Type 2 diabetes by identifying key environmental and familial factors.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that neighborhood characteristics can significantly impact health outcomes, suggesting that this approach may yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Salt Lake City, United States
- University of Utah — Salt Lake City, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kowaleski-Jones, Lori — University of Utah
- Study coordinator: Kowaleski-Jones, Lori
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.