Improving health equity in cardiometabolic diseases.
ACHIEVE Administrative Core
This study is bringing together three universities to work on ways to reduce heart and metabolic health issues that affect minority communities more than others, while also training new researchers to help make health fairer for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Wayne State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Detroit, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10895971 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing disparities in cardiometabolic diseases by coordinating efforts among three major research universities. A multidisciplinary team will work together to enhance efficiency and synergy in research activities aimed at reducing risk factors that disproportionately affect minority populations. The Administrative Core will oversee operations, monitor progress, and implement strategies to improve communication and adherence to research goals. This initiative aims to train the next generation of researchers while striving to improve lifespan equality.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults over 21 years old, particularly those from minority backgrounds who are at risk for cardiometabolic diseases.
Not a fit: Patients who do not belong to the targeted demographic or those without risk factors for cardiometabolic diseases may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant improvements in health outcomes for minority populations affected by cardiometabolic diseases.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in addressing health disparities through coordinated efforts, making this approach promising.
Where this research is happening
Detroit, United States
- Wayne State University — Detroit, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Levy, Phillip David — Wayne State University
- Study coordinator: Levy, Phillip David
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.