Identifying biomarkers for dietary intake in the American diet
Administrative Core for the Dietary Biomarkers Development Center at Harvard University
This study is looking for better ways to understand what people eat by finding specific markers in the body that show how much protein and carbohydrates they've consumed, and it's designed for anyone interested in improving dietary assessments.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Harvard School of Public Health NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10898078 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving the accuracy of dietary intake assessments by identifying and validating biomarkers that reflect food consumption. It utilizes advanced metabolomic techniques and combines dietary intervention trials with observational studies to discover objective measures of protein and carbohydrate intake. By establishing a strong administrative core, the project aims to enhance collaboration and innovation among various research components, ultimately leading to more reliable dietary assessments.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals interested in understanding their dietary intake more accurately, particularly those consuming protein and carbohydrate-rich foods.
Not a fit: Patients who have specific dietary restrictions or conditions that prevent them from participating in dietary interventions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate dietary assessments, improving nutritional guidelines and health outcomes for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using biomarkers for dietary assessment, indicating that this approach could lead to significant advancements in nutrition science.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Harvard School of Public Health — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hu, Frank B — Harvard School of Public Health
- Study coordinator: Hu, Frank B
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.