Investigating heart 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-10901061 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how coronary artery disease develops in young adults in Chicago by tracking their health and lifestyle choices, so if you join, you’ll help us find ways to prevent heart disease in people your age.
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 11, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2034 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $675,315 |
| NIH project number | 75N92023D00004-0-759202300001-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10901061 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation are young adults living in the Chicago area who are interested in their heart health.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not young adults or those living outside the Chicago area may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding the development of coronary artery disease in young adults, specifically within the Chicago area. By tracking various health metrics and lifestyle factors over time, the study aims to identify early indicators of heart disease risk. Participants will undergo regular health assessments and provide information about their lifestyle choices, which will help researchers understand how these factors contribute to heart health. The findings could lead to better prevention strategies for heart disease in young adults.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for preventing heart disease in young adults.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies on coronary artery disease risk in young populations have shown promising results, indicating that early intervention can significantly improve long-term health outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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Northwestern University
Chicago, 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.