Investigating how early life conditions affect health disparities in children
Official title: THE PRENATAL AND CHILDHOOD MECHANISMS OF HEALTH DISPARITIES; INITIAL RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION
Funded at State University of New York at Buffalo · NIH-10936045 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how experiences during pregnancy and early childhood, like poverty and discrimination, affect the health of children from different backgrounds, and it’s for families who want to understand how these factors might influence their kids' development and well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | State University of New York at Buffalo NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Amherst, United States) |
| Project start | September 15, 2023 |
| Project end | July 14, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $1,416,299 |
| NIH project number | 275201800010I-0-759402300001-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10936045 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include expectant mothers and families with newborns, particularly those from low socioeconomic or racial minority backgrounds.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not expectant mothers or families with newborns may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how prenatal and early childhood experiences contribute to health disparities among different socioeconomic and racial groups. It examines the impact of factors such as poverty and discrimination on child development and health outcomes. By studying the mental health of parents and its influence on their children's health, the research aims to identify key mechanisms that perpetuate these disparities. Participants may be involved in assessments that include structured interviews to gather detailed information about family backgrounds and health.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for addressing health disparities in children from disadvantaged backgrounds.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that addressing early life conditions can significantly impact health outcomes, suggesting that this approach may yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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State University of New York at Buffalo
Amherst, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mu, Lina — State University of New York at Buffalo
- Study coordinator: Mu, Lina
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.