Improving cardiovascular health equity through better intervention methods
Official title: Analytic Methods to Inform Interventions that Advance Cardiovascular Health Equity
Funded at Johns Hopkins University · NIH-11064087 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at ways to help people from different racial backgrounds have better heart health by figuring out what gets in the way, like sticking to medications or healthy habits, so that we can create better support and solutions for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2024 |
| Project end | March 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $525,747 |
| NIH project number | 5R01HL169956-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11064087 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals from diverse racial backgrounds who are at risk for cardiovascular health issues.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have cardiovascular health concerns or those outside the age range of 21 years and older may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how to design effective interventions that address racial disparities in cardiovascular health. It focuses on identifying specific barriers to health, such as medication adherence and lifestyle behaviors, and determining how addressing these barriers can reduce health disparities. The study employs advanced causal decomposition methods to analyze the impact of these barriers on health outcomes, particularly hypertension control. By understanding which factors contribute to disparities, the research aims to inform healthcare systems and community organizations on how to implement more effective interventions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective strategies for reducing cardiovascular health disparities among different racial groups.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in using causal decomposition methods to address health disparities, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
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Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Jackson, John William — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Jackson, John William
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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.