Investigating liver disease and heart health in Hispanics and Latinos
Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease and Cardiovascular Disease in Hispanics/Latinos
This study is looking at how non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and heart disease are connected in Hispanic and Latino people, and it wants to see how lifestyle, social factors, and genetics play a role in their health, so if you join, you might have some tests like MRI scans and genetic testing to help us learn more about these issues.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northern California Institute/res/edu NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10468757 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding the relationship between non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and cardiovascular disease (CVD) specifically in the Hispanic/Latino population. It aims to explore how lifestyle changes, social factors, and genetic predispositions affect the health of this community over time. By utilizing advanced imaging techniques and genetic analysis, the study seeks to identify the underlying causes of these diseases and how they disproportionately affect Hispanics/Latinos. Participants may undergo assessments that include MRI scans and genetic testing to better understand their health risks.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Hispanics/Latinos who may be at risk for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease or cardiovascular disease.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as Hispanic/Latino or those without risk factors for liver or heart disease may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved prevention and treatment strategies for liver and heart diseases in the Hispanic/Latino population.
How similar studies have performed: While there is ongoing research into liver and cardiovascular diseases, this specific focus on the Hispanic/Latino population and the genetic aspects of NAFLD is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
San Francisco, United States
- Northern California Institute/res/edu — San Francisco, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kizer, Jorge R — Northern California Institute/res/edu
- Study coordinator: Kizer, Jorge R
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.