How identity affects aging and heart disease differences
Identity influences on psychosocial traits, biologic age, and cardiovascular disease disparities
This study looks at how things like stress from money and social situations affect aging and heart health, especially in different groups of people, to help find ways to improve health for those who are struggling.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chapel Hill, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11002348 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how social and psychological factors influence aging and the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) among different social groups. It focuses on understanding the mechanisms through which chronic stress from socioeconomic conditions impacts health, particularly through biological changes like DNA methylation. By examining the relationship between identity, psychosocial traits, and biological aging, the study aims to uncover important links that could inform better health outcomes for affected populations.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals from diverse social backgrounds, particularly those experiencing chronic stress related to socioeconomic factors.
Not a fit: Patients who do not experience significant psychosocial stressors or those with unrelated health conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for reducing cardiovascular disease disparities by addressing the psychosocial factors that contribute to health risks.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the links between psychosocial factors and health outcomes, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Chapel Hill, United States
- Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill — Chapel Hill, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bey, Ganga Sarasvati — Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
- Study coordinator: Bey, Ganga Sarasvati
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.