Investigating bioactive food compounds to combat obesity and related health issues
Biomedical and Obesity Research Core
This study is looking at how certain foods can help prevent and treat obesity and related health issues, and it aims to find new ways for people to manage their weight through diet.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Nebraska Lincoln NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lincoln, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11117019 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on the Biomedical and Obesity Research Core at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, which studies how certain food compounds can help prevent and treat obesity and its related health conditions. The core provides advanced laboratory facilities and resources for conducting experiments, including access to specialized equipment and biostatistical support. Patients may benefit from findings that could lead to new dietary interventions for obesity management. The research aims to enhance understanding of how diet influences obesity and associated diseases.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals struggling with obesity or related health conditions who are interested in dietary interventions.
Not a fit: Patients who are not affected by obesity or do not have related health issues may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new dietary strategies that effectively prevent and treat obesity and its co-morbidities.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using dietary compounds to address obesity, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Lincoln, United States
- University of Nebraska Lincoln — Lincoln, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hao, Jingjie — University of Nebraska Lincoln
- Study coordinator: Hao, Jingjie
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.