Investigating genetic results related to heart health.
Official title: FRAMINGHAM HEART STUDY - TASK AREA C - GENETIC RESULTS REPORTING
Funded at Boston University Medical Campus · NIH-10974185 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how genetic information can help us understand heart health better, so we can provide more personalized care for people at risk of heart disease, and it will involve talking with patients about what their genetic results mean for their health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Boston University Medical Campus NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $264,355 |
| NIH project number | 75N92019D00031-0-759202300002-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10974185 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with a family history of heart disease or those interested in understanding their genetic risk factors for cardiovascular conditions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients without any interest in genetic information or those who do not have a family history of heart disease may not receive benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on the Framingham Heart Study, specifically on how genetic results are reported and interpreted. It aims to enhance understanding of genetic factors that influence heart health, potentially leading to better personalized care for patients. The study will involve analyzing genetic data and its implications for cardiovascular health, which may help in identifying individuals at risk for heart disease. Patients may be engaged in discussions about their genetic information and how it relates to their health.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide patients with valuable insights into their genetic predispositions to heart disease, enabling more tailored prevention and treatment strategies.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in utilizing genetic information to improve heart disease risk assessment and management, indicating that this approach has potential.
Where this research is happening
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Boston University Medical Campus
Boston, United States Active
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.