Improving diabetes prevention for underserved African Americans
Official title: Addressing Social Determinants of Health to Improve Diabetes Prevention Program Outcomes Among Underserved African Americans
Funded at University of Missouri Kansas City · NIH-10829352 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to make a diabetes prevention program better for African Americans by focusing on their specific needs and challenges, especially for those with lower incomes, to help them make healthier lifestyle changes through diet and exercise.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Missouri Kansas City NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Kansas City, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2020 |
| Project end | March 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $626,758 |
| NIH project number | 5R01DK124664-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-10829352 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are African American adults who are overweight or at risk for diabetes, particularly those from low-income backgrounds.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not African American or who do not have risk factors for diabetes may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) specifically for African Americans, who face higher rates of diabetes and related health issues. By addressing social determinants of health, the program aims to improve attendance and outcomes for participants, particularly those from low-income backgrounds. The approach includes culturally tailored interventions that consider the unique challenges faced by these communities, such as access to resources and support. The study will utilize community-based strategies to promote lifestyle changes through diet and exercise, aiming for significant weight loss and better health outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diabetes prevention outcomes and reduced health disparities for African Americans.
How similar studies have gone: Previous community-based trials have shown success in improving diabetes prevention outcomes through tailored interventions, indicating that this approach has potential.
Where this research is happening
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University of Missouri Kansas City
Kansas City, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Berkley-Patton, Jannette Yvonne — University of Missouri Kansas City
- Study coordinator: Berkley-Patton, Jannette Yvonne
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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.