Investigating heart health in young adults in Birmingham.
Official title: CORONARY ARTERY RISK DEVELOPMENT IN YOUNG ADULTS (CARDIA) STUDY - BIRMINGHAM FIELD CENTER
Funded at University of Alabama at Birmingham · NIH-11128314 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how heart health risks develop in young adults by checking their health and lifestyle habits, so if you're a young adult interested in understanding your heart health better, this research could be for you!
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Alabama at Birmingham NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Birmingham, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $726,824 |
| NIH project number | 75N92023D00005-P00001-759202300001-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11128314 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates are young adults living in Birmingham who are interested in their heart health and willing to participate in health assessments.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not young adults or those who do not reside in Birmingham may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding the development of coronary artery risk factors in young adults. By examining various health metrics and lifestyle factors, the study aims to identify early indicators of heart disease. Participants will undergo assessments that may include health screenings, questionnaires, and lifestyle evaluations to gather comprehensive data. The goal is to track changes over time and understand how these factors contribute to heart health.
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: Similar studies have shown success in identifying risk factors for heart disease in young populations, suggesting that this approach is promising.
Where this research is happening
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, 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.