Improving Heart and Mental Health for Asian Adults
Rutgers-NYU Center for Asian Health Promotion and Equity
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · RUTGERS BIOMEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES · NIH-11159705
This effort aims to better understand and improve heart and mental health for Asian adults, who often face unique health challenges.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | RUTGERS BIOMEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (Newark, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11159705 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
Many Asian adults in the U.S. experience significant differences in heart and mental health compared to other groups, including conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and various mental health concerns. Our goal is to bring together different types of experts to explore these health differences and find better ways to promote well-being. We want to understand how factors like culture, language, and life experiences affect health in this diverse community. The findings will help guide new health programs and policies to support Asian adults.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: This research is focused on Asian adults, aged 21 and older, who may be experiencing or are at risk for cardiometabolic diseases or mental health issues.
Not a fit: Patients who are not of Asian descent or are under 21 years old may not directly benefit from the specific findings of this population-focused research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this work could lead to new ways to prevent and manage heart and mental health conditions specifically tailored for Asian adults, improving their overall well-being.
How similar studies have performed: This initiative builds upon over two decades of previous rigorous research focused on aging and health disparities in minority populations.
Where this research is happening
Newark, UNITED STATES
- RUTGERS BIOMEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES — Newark, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: SETOGUCHI IWATA, SOKO — RUTGERS BIOMEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES
- Study coordinator: SETOGUCHI IWATA, SOKO
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.