The effects of education on health and resilience in young people.
Official title: A natural experimental study of the impact of education on physiologic health, stress, and resilience and the role of socioemotional factors.
Funded at University of California Los Angeles · NIH-11087641 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how going to different types of schools affects the health and well-being of teenagers and young adults, so if you're a student, your experiences in school could help us understand how education shapes your health choices and emotional strength.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Los Angeles NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | May 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $501,185 |
| NIH project number | 5R01AG082868-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11087641 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents and young adults aged 12 to 22 who have experienced varying educational environments.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who have not been in a school setting or those outside the age range of 12 to 22 may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how education influences health outcomes and resilience among adolescents and young adults. It examines the role of school environments, including the quality of education and social interactions, in shaping health behaviors and emotional well-being. By following a cohort of students who were randomly assigned to different high-performing and lower-performing schools, the study aims to identify the long-term effects of educational experiences on health. Participants will be assessed on various health metrics, including substance use and overall physical health.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved educational policies that enhance health outcomes for young people.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown that educational quality can significantly impact health outcomes, suggesting that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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University of California Los Angeles
Los Angeles, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wong, Mitchell David — University of California Los Angeles
- Study coordinator: Wong, Mitchell David
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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.