Investigating muscle and physical performance in older African Caribbeans.
The Study of Muscle and Physical Performance in African Caribbeans.
This study is looking at how getting older affects the physical abilities of older adults from the African Caribbean community, especially those in Tobago, to better understand their unique health challenges and help create better support and health strategies for them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pittsburgh, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10760298 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how aging affects physical function specifically in older adults of African Caribbean descent. It aims to identify the unique challenges they face, such as higher rates of disability and health issues compared to other populations. By studying a large group of African Caribbean men and women from Tobago, the research will analyze their lifestyle habits, medical history, body composition, and muscle strength. The goal is to gather comprehensive data that can inform better health strategies and interventions for this growing population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults of African Caribbean descent, particularly those aged 60 and above.
Not a fit: Patients who are not of African Caribbean descent or those under 60 years old may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and quality of life for older African Caribbeans by informing targeted interventions.
How similar studies have performed: While there has been research on aging and physical performance, this specific focus on African Caribbeans is novel and has not been extensively studied.
Where this research is happening
Pittsburgh, United States
- University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh — Pittsburgh, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Miljkovic, Iva — University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh
- Study coordinator: Miljkovic, Iva
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.