Investigating physical activity levels in South Asian youth
Official title: Physical activity in South Asian Youth
Funded at Northwestern University at Chicago · NIH-10984547 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how active South Asian American kids are and how their body composition is affected by cultural factors, family attitudes, and gender norms, all to better understand and support their health as obesity rates rise in this group.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R03 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwestern University at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project start | September 10, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $157,531 |
| NIH project number | 1R03HD113876-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10984547 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include South Asian American children and adolescents aged 0 to 21 years.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside the South Asian American demographic or those not within the specified age range may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding the physical activity levels and body composition of South Asian American youth, a demographic that is experiencing rising obesity rates. By analyzing existing data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), the study aims to uncover how cultural factors influence physical activity behaviors among these children. The research will also explore the impact of parental attitudes and gender norms on the physical activity of South Asian youth. This comprehensive approach seeks to fill the knowledge gap regarding the health behaviors of this growing population.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to targeted interventions that promote healthier lifestyles among South Asian American youth, potentially reducing obesity rates.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown that cultural factors significantly influence physical activity levels in various ethnic groups, suggesting that this research could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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Northwestern University at Chicago
Chicago, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kwon, Soyang — Northwestern University at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Kwon, Soyang
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.