Investigating heart disease in Native American populations
STRONG HEART STUDY (SHS)- COORDINATING CENTER (CC)- TASK ORDER 001
The Strong Heart Study is a friendly research project that looks at the heart health of Native Americans by following two groups over time to learn more about what causes heart disease, and it involves working with 12 Tribal Nations across the country.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Oklahoma City, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11286710 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The Strong Heart Study (SHS) is a long-term observational project that follows two groups of Native Americans to understand the causes and progression of cardiovascular disease. This research involves collaboration with 12 Tribal Nations across Arizona, Oklahoma, and the Dakotas, focusing on collecting and analyzing biological specimens and clinical data. Participants undergo clinical examinations and contribute to a biospecimen repository, which helps researchers identify risk factors and predictors of heart disease in these communities.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Native American individuals who are part of the cohorts being studied or those who have a family history of cardiovascular disease.
Not a fit: Patients who are not of Native American descent or those without cardiovascular disease risk factors may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved prevention and treatment strategies for cardiovascular disease specifically tailored to Native American populations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies focusing on cardiovascular disease in Native American populations have shown promising results, indicating that this approach is both relevant and necessary.
Where this research is happening
Oklahoma City, United States
- University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr — Oklahoma City, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Stoner, Julie — University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr
- Study coordinator: Stoner, Julie
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.