Understanding aging in Hispanic and minority populations
The Texas Resource Center on Minority Aging Research (RCMAR)
This study is looking at how different factors affect the health and aging of older Hispanic and other minority folks in Texas and the Southwest, and it’s designed to help researchers learn more about these important issues.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas Med Br Galveston NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Galveston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10912047 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on studying the health and aging of Hispanic and other minority populations in Texas and the Southwestern United States. By utilizing longitudinal survey data, the project aims to explore how social, psychological, economic, and behavioral factors influence migration and health outcomes among older Hispanics. The research team, which includes experts in various fields, will provide support in research design, data management, and analysis, while also offering workshops and seminars to enhance the skills of researchers in this area.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older Hispanic individuals and other minority populations living in Texas and the Southwestern United States.
Not a fit: Patients who are not part of Hispanic or minority populations may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and targeted interventions for aging Hispanic and minority populations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in understanding health disparities in aging populations, making this approach both relevant and promising.
Where this research is happening
Galveston, United States
- University of Texas Med Br Galveston — Galveston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kuo, Yong-Fang — University of Texas Med Br Galveston
- Study coordinator: Kuo, Yong-Fang
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.