Investigating the risk factors and trends of heart disease in communities.
THE ATHEROSCLEROSIS RISK IN COMMUNITIES (ARIC) STUDY - FIELD CENTER - TASK ORDER 01, TASK AREA A
This study is looking at how heart disease develops in middle-aged adults by tracking their heart health over time, and it's for anyone interested in understanding the factors that affect heart conditions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Wake Forest University Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Winston-Salem, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11250916 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding the risk factors and natural history of atherosclerosis and its clinical manifestations in middle-aged adults. It involves community-based surveillance and a prospective cohort study across four U.S. locations, monitoring trends in heart disease and heart failure. Participants undergo clinical exams every few years to gather data on their cardiovascular health, which helps identify genetic and environmental influences on heart conditions. The study aims to improve our understanding of how atherosclerosis develops and progresses over time.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are middle-aged adults, particularly those aged 45-64 years, from diverse backgrounds, including African American and white individuals.
Not a fit: Patients who are younger than 45 years or those with no history of cardiovascular issues may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better prevention and treatment strategies for heart disease, ultimately improving patient outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies on atherosclerosis and heart disease have shown significant success in identifying risk factors and improving treatment approaches, indicating that this research builds on established knowledge.
Where this research is happening
Winston-Salem, United States
- Wake Forest University Health Sciences — Winston-Salem, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wagenknecht, Lynne — Wake Forest University Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Wagenknecht, Lynne
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.