Investigating risk factors for bone health and osteoporosis in Puerto Rican adults
Official title: Behavioral, Lifestyle, and Cultural Risk Factors for Bone Quality and Osteoporosis in the PROSPECT Cohort
Funded at University of Massachusetts Lowell · NIH-11066678 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how things like diet, stress, and culture affect bone health and osteoporosis in adults in Puerto Rico, so we can find better ways to help prevent this condition.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Massachusetts Lowell NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lowell, United States) |
| Project start | May 8, 2025 |
| Project end | March 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $382,896 |
| NIH project number | 1R01AR085352-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11066678 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adults living in Puerto Rico, particularly those at risk for osteoporosis due to lifestyle or dietary factors.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not reside in Puerto Rico or those who are not at risk for osteoporosis may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding the behavioral, lifestyle, and cultural factors that contribute to bone quality and osteoporosis among adults in Puerto Rico. It aims to gather comprehensive data on osteoporosis risk in this population, which has been under-researched. The study will explore the impact of diet, psychological stress, and other social determinants on bone health, utilizing a low-cost indicator called Trabecular Bone Score (TBS) to assess bone quality. By examining these factors, the research seeks to provide insights that could lead to better prevention strategies for osteoporosis.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved dietary and lifestyle recommendations that enhance bone health and reduce the risk of osteoporosis in Puerto Rican adults.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown that dietary interventions can significantly improve bone health, suggesting that this research could build on established findings.
Where this research is happening
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University of Massachusetts Lowell
Lowell, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Noel, Sabrina — University of Massachusetts Lowell
- Study coordinator: Noel, Sabrina
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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.