Improving heart and metabolic health in children
Official title: Patient-Oriented Research for Cardiometabolic Health in Children
Funded at Emory University · NIH-10985742 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how changing kids' diets, especially reducing sugar, can help prevent early heart and metabolic problems, like insulin resistance and fatty liver, so they can stay healthier as they grow up.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emory University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project start | August 15, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $127,645 |
| NIH project number | 1K24HL171937-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10985742 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include children aged 0-11 years who are at risk for or showing early signs of cardiometabolic diseases.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are adults or those without any signs of cardiometabolic risk factors may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding and preventing early cardiometabolic diseases in children, particularly those related to dietary sugar intake. It aims to explore how changes in diet can reverse conditions like insulin resistance and fatty liver disease before they lead to more severe health issues in adulthood. The project will involve training new researchers to develop effective interventions and public health strategies based on the findings. By studying the physiological changes in children, the research seeks to create tailored nutrition recommendations that consider individual genetic and physiological differences.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant improvements in the prevention and management of cardiometabolic diseases in children.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results in addressing childhood obesity and metabolic disorders through dietary interventions, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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Emory University
Atlanta, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Vos, Miriam B. — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Vos, Miriam B.
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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.