How migration affects mid-life mortality rates and geographic inequality
Official title: Migration and Geographic Inequality in Mid-Life Mortality
Funded at Pennsylvania State University, the · NIH-10983789 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how where people move affects health and death rates in different areas, helping us understand why some places have higher mortality rates than others, and it's for anyone interested in how migration impacts community health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Pennsylvania State University, the NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (University Park, United States) |
| Project start | December 15, 2022 |
| Project end | November 30, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $509,914 |
| NIH project number | 5R01AG080438-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10983789 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include adults aged 25-64 who are affected by geographic disparities in health outcomes.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are outside the age range of 25-64 or those not experiencing geographic health disparities may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between migration patterns and mid-life mortality rates, particularly focusing on how these patterns contribute to geographic inequalities in mortality. By analyzing data from vital statistics and census microdata, the project aims to understand both the direct and indirect impacts of migration on mortality rates. The study will explore how the movement of individuals affects the health characteristics of communities and how these changes can influence overall mortality outcomes. The research will also compare mortality trends within the U.S. to those in other high-income countries.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved public health strategies that address geographic disparities in mortality rates.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that migration can significantly impact health outcomes, suggesting that this approach may yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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Pennsylvania State University, the
University Park, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ho, Jessica Yu — Pennsylvania State University, the
- Study coordinator: Ho, Jessica Yu
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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.