Understanding cardiovascular function and blood pressure monitoring
Cardiovascular Phenotyping Core B
This study is looking at how well the heart and blood vessels are working by measuring blood pressure in both animals and people, and it's designed to help improve our understanding of heart health for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P01 program project |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Alabama at Birmingham NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Birmingham, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11010884 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on assessing cardiovascular function through various methods, including 24-hour blood pressure analysis in rodent models and ambulatory blood pressure measurements in human participants. The project aims to validate these measurements and ensure high-quality control and reproducibility across studies. By closely coordinating efforts among different projects, the research seeks to provide comprehensive insights into cardiovascular health and risk factors. The team, led by experienced researchers, will utilize advanced techniques to monitor and analyze blood pressure and vascular stiffness.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include individuals undergoing evaluation for cardiovascular health or those with existing cardiovascular conditions.
Not a fit: Patients with no cardiovascular risk factors or those not interested in cardiovascular health monitoring may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved methods for monitoring cardiovascular health and identifying risk factors for cardiovascular diseases.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using similar approaches for cardiovascular monitoring and assessment, indicating a strong foundation for this project.
Where this research is happening
Birmingham, United States
- University of Alabama at Birmingham — Birmingham, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Pollock, David M — University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Study coordinator: Pollock, David M
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.