Investigating cardiovascular disease risk in young adults in Chicago
Official title: CORONARY ARTERY RISK DEVELOPMENT IN YOUNG ADULTS (CARDIA) STUDY - CHICAGO FIELD CENTER
Funded at Northwestern University · NIH-11128309 · Data updated 2026-11-12
The CARDIA study is looking at how heart disease risk starts in young adults, beginning at age 18, by following a diverse group of people from different cities in the U.S. over time to see how their health changes and what factors might lead to heart problems.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwestern University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | July 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $685,275 |
| NIH project number | 75N92023D00004-P00001-759202300001-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11128309 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are young adults aged 18-30, particularly those from diverse racial and educational backgrounds.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside the age range of 18-30 or those with pre-existing severe cardiovascular conditions may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
The CARDIA study focuses on understanding how cardiovascular disease risk develops in young adults, starting from the age of 18. Participants from diverse backgrounds in Chicago and other U.S. cities are followed over time to track changes in their health and risk factors. The study involves regular health examinations and follow-ups every few years, along with ongoing contact to gather information about any major health events. This comprehensive approach helps researchers identify trends and factors that contribute to heart disease.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved prevention strategies for cardiovascular disease in young adults.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies on cardiovascular risk in young adults have shown promising results, indicating that this approach is both relevant and valuable.
Where this research is happening
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Northwestern University
Chicago, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lloyd-Jones, Donald — Northwestern University
- Study coordinator: Lloyd-Jones, Donald
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.