Supporting new researchers to improve health in communities with cardiometabolic diseases
Investigator Development Core
This study is helping new researchers find better ways to tackle heart and metabolic diseases, especially in communities that often get overlooked, by giving them support and funding to work on creative projects that can improve health for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Los Angeles NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10903764 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research initiative aims to foster the development of early-stage researchers focusing on cardiometabolic diseases and health disparities. It provides mentorship and funding for innovative pilot projects that address risk factors and complications associated with these conditions, particularly in underrepresented communities. By leveraging a collaborative approach, the program seeks to enhance the skills of post-doctoral fellows and junior faculty, ultimately contributing to better health outcomes in affected populations.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals from underrepresented ethnic groups who are at risk for cardiometabolic diseases.
Not a fit: Patients who do not belong to underrepresented groups or who are not at risk for cardiometabolic diseases may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health interventions and reduced disparities in cardiometabolic diseases for vulnerable communities.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in similar mentorship and pilot project programs aimed at addressing health disparities, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Los Angeles, United States
- University of California Los Angeles — Los Angeles, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Washington, Donna — University of California Los Angeles
- Study coordinator: Washington, Donna
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.