How neighborhood environments affect physical activity and weight across different ages
Prospective associations between neighborhood environments and physical activity and weight status across age groups: secondary analyses combining 5 NIH studies
This study looks at how things like walkable neighborhoods affect how much people of all ages move around and their weight, by checking in with participants over several years to see how their surroundings influence their health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Arizona State University-Tempe Campus NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tempe, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10974160 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how features of neighborhood environments, such as walkability, influence physical activity levels and weight status in individuals of various age groups, from children to older adults. By analyzing data from five existing NIH-funded studies, the research aims to identify long-term associations between neighborhood characteristics and health outcomes over a span of 5 to 15 years. Participants will be assessed at two different time points to understand how these environmental factors impact their physical activity habits and body weight over time.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals from all age groups, particularly those living in diverse neighborhood environments.
Not a fit: Patients who live in isolated or rural areas with limited neighborhood features may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved public health strategies that promote healthier neighborhoods, ultimately reducing obesity and cardiovascular disease risk.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promising results in understanding the relationship between neighborhood environments and physical activity, but this research aims to fill important gaps with a novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Tempe, United States
- Arizona State University-Tempe Campus — Tempe, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Oyeyemi, Adewale — Arizona State University-Tempe Campus
- Study coordinator: Oyeyemi, Adewale
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.