Improving nutrition for children facing food insecurity in Georgia
DP24-004, PRC, Core: Emory Prevention Research Center
This study is working to improve the quality of food provided in schools to help kids in Georgia who don’t always have enough to eat, and it aims to create lasting solutions that can be used in other places too.
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 ID | NIH-10874919 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing childhood food insecurity, a significant social determinant of health affecting vulnerable populations in Georgia. The Emory Prevention Research Center will develop and test a comprehensive strategy to enhance the nutritional quality of food provided through school-based programs. By collaborating with community partners and utilizing a participatory approach, the project aims to create sustainable solutions that can be scaled across the state and nationally. The initiative also seeks to build research capacity in rural communities to better address health disparities.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include children from Black, Hispanic, lower-income, and rural families who are experiencing food insecurity.
Not a fit: Patients who are not facing food insecurity or who do not reside in the targeted geographic areas may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the nutritional health of children in food-insecure households, leading to better health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in community-driven approaches to addressing food insecurity, indicating that this strategy has the potential for positive outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Atlanta, United States
- Emory University — Atlanta, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kegler, Michelle C — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Kegler, Michelle C
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.