Investigating cardiovascular health in young South Asian Americans
Official title: Administrative Supplement for MASALA-2G Study
Funded at Northwestern University at Chicago · NIH-11196571 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at heart health in young South Asian Americans to find ways to help prevent heart disease early on, so we can create better health tips just for them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwestern University at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2021 |
| Project end | June 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $75,600 |
| NIH project number | 3K23HL157766-04S1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11196571 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are second generation South Asian Americans aged 21 and older.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside of the South Asian American community or those under 21 years old may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding cardiovascular health in the second generation of South Asian Americans, who are at a higher risk for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD). The study aims to identify early life prevention strategies by examining the cardiovascular health of young adults in this population. It will involve collecting data on various factors that contribute to heart health, with the goal of informing better prevention methods tailored to this specific group. The research is being conducted by Dr. Nilay Shah while he balances parental responsibilities.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved prevention strategies for cardiovascular disease in young South Asian Americans.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in addressing cardiovascular health disparities in diverse populations, making this approach promising.
Where this research is happening
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Northwestern University at Chicago
Chicago, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Shah, Nilay S. — Northwestern University at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Shah, Nilay S.
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.