Investigating health issues in the Hispanic community in the Bronx
Official title: HISPANIC COMMUNITY HEALTH STUDY - STUDY OF LATINOS (HCHS-SOL) BRONX FIELD CENTER
Funded at Albert Einstein College of Medicine · NIH-11311631 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking into why heart disease and obesity are so common among Hispanic people in the Bronx, and it's for anyone in the community who wants to help us understand their health better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Albert Einstein College of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bronx, United States) |
| Project start | November 30, 2024 |
| Project end | November 29, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $2,063,192 |
| NIH project number | 75N92025D00007-0-759202500001-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11311631 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation are Hispanic/Latino adults aged 21 and older living in the Bronx.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as Hispanic/Latino or are under 21 years old may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding the high rates of cardiometabolic disorders, such as heart disease and obesity, among Hispanic individuals in the Bronx. It builds on a large study that has been ongoing since 2006, which enrolled over 16,000 Hispanic/Latino adults from various backgrounds. The research aims to identify risk factors and health outcomes specific to different Hispanic heritage groups, and it will involve core operations, staff training, and health examinations to gather comprehensive data.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health interventions and strategies tailored for the Hispanic community, potentially reducing the prevalence of serious health conditions.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies focusing on Hispanic health have shown promising results in identifying health disparities and improving community health outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Bronx, 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.