Understanding bone health in people with type 1 diabetes and kidney disease
Skeletal Health in Type 1 Diabetes and the Role of Diabetic Kidney Disease
This study is looking at how type 1 diabetes and kidney problems can affect bone health and increase the risk of fractures, so we can find better ways to help people with diabetes keep their bones strong and healthy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northern California Institute/res/edu NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10684140 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how type 1 diabetes affects bone health, particularly focusing on the role of diabetic kidney disease in increasing fracture risk. It aims to identify factors that contribute to skeletal fragility beyond just bone density, such as bone quality and the effects of kidney complications. By analyzing data from participants with type 1 diabetes, the study seeks to uncover the relationship between kidney function and bone health, which could lead to better prevention strategies for fractures in this population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, especially those experiencing diabetic kidney disease.
Not a fit: Patients without type 1 diabetes or those who do not have any kidney complications may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for preventing fractures in individuals with type 1 diabetes, particularly those with kidney disease.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated that understanding the interplay between diabetes and bone health can lead to significant advancements in patient care, suggesting that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
San Francisco, United States
- Northern California Institute/res/edu — San Francisco, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Schafer, Anne Louise — Northern California Institute/res/edu
- Study coordinator: Schafer, Anne Louise
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.