Promoting physical activity in low-income urban areas of Mexico
Official title: Contextually responsive implementation of place-activation interventions for promoting physical activity in marginalized urban peripheries in Mexico
Funded at University of Texas at Austin · NIH-10806588 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about finding fun ways to get people moving in urban neighborhoods in Mexico that don't have easy access to parks and recreational areas, helping them lead healthier lives and tackle issues like obesity and diabetes.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas at Austin NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Austin, United States) |
| Project start | September 18, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $625,302 |
| NIH project number | 1R01MD019155-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10806588 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living in low-income neighborhoods in urban areas of Mexico who have limited access to physical activity resources.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not reside in marginalized urban peripheries or those who have sufficient access to physical activity resources may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on implementing strategies to encourage physical activity in marginalized urban neighborhoods in Mexico, where residents face significant barriers to accessing recreational spaces. By utilizing place-activation interventions, the project aims to enhance the use of public spaces through community engagement and collaboration with various sectors. The study will involve mixed-methods approaches to gather data and assess the effectiveness of these interventions in promoting healthier lifestyles among residents. The goal is to address the high rates of obesity and diabetes prevalent in these communities.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved physical health and reduced rates of obesity and diabetes among residents in marginalized urban areas.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success with place-activation interventions in urban settings, indicating potential for positive outcomes in this context.
Where this research is happening
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University of Texas at Austin
Austin, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Salvo, Deborah — University of Texas at Austin
- Study coordinator: Salvo, Deborah
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.