Identifying different types of obesity in adolescents and young adults
Phenotyping obesity using behavioral, psychological, physiological, familial, and genetic data
This study is looking at different types of obesity in teens and young adults to understand how things like behavior, family history, and genetics play a role, so we can create better ways to help people manage their weight and improve their health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Brown University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Providence, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10782465 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the various subtypes of obesity among adolescents and young adults by examining a wide range of factors including behavioral, psychological, physiological, familial, and genetic data. The goal is to better understand how these factors contribute to obesity and weight change, which could lead to more effective prevention and treatment strategies. By using a person-centered approach, the study aims to identify specific obesity phenotypes and their associations with biological sex and race. This comprehensive analysis may help tailor interventions to individual needs, improving outcomes for those affected by obesity.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include adolescents and young adults aged 0-21 who are experiencing overweight or obesity.
Not a fit: Patients who are not overweight or obese may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more personalized and effective obesity prevention and treatment strategies for young people.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in identifying obesity subtypes, suggesting that this approach could lead to significant advancements in understanding and treating obesity.
Where this research is happening
Providence, United States
- Brown University — Providence, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ziobrowski, Hannah — Brown University
- Study coordinator: Ziobrowski, Hannah
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.