Investigating the progression of heart disease in a diverse population
MULTI-ETHNIC STUDY OF ATHEROSCLEROSIS (MESA), FIELD CENTER (FC): TASK A - CORE OPERATIONS
The Multi-Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis (MESA) is looking for men and women aged 45-84 who don’t have heart problems yet to help us understand the early signs and risk factors of heart disease through tests and health information collected over 20 years.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11310373 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The Multi-Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis (MESA) examines the early signs and risk factors of cardiovascular disease in men and women aged 45-84 who initially showed no symptoms. Participants undergo various imaging tests, including CT scans and MRIs, to assess heart and blood vessel health. The study also collects data on lifestyle, genetics, and other health indicators to understand how these factors influence heart disease progression. Follow-up examinations are conducted over 20 years to track changes and outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are men and women aged 45-84 with no prior evidence of cardiovascular disease.
Not a fit: Patients who are younger than 45 or have existing cardiovascular disease may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better prevention and treatment strategies for cardiovascular disease tailored to diverse populations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies on similar populations have shown promising results in understanding cardiovascular disease risk factors and progression.
Where this research is happening
Baltimore, United States
- Johns Hopkins University — Baltimore, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Post, Wendy S — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Post, Wendy S
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.