Understanding cardiovascular risks among Black Latinos
Official title: Racialization and Cardiovascular Risk Factors among Latinos - An Intersectional Approach
Funded at Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill · NIH-11010399 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how being both Black and Latino in the U.S. affects heart health, exploring how things like where you come from and how long you've lived here can impact your well-being, so we can better understand and help this community.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chapel Hill, United States) |
| Project start | February 1, 2022 |
| Project end | January 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $160,773 |
| NIH project number | 5K01HL161031-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-11010399 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Black Latinos living in the United States who are at risk for cardiovascular disease.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as Black Latinos or who are not at risk for cardiovascular disease may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how racialization affects cardiovascular health risks in Black Latinos in the United States. It aims to explore the unique experiences of this population and how factors like country of origin and time spent in the U.S. influence their health outcomes. The study employs both quantitative and qualitative methods to gather comprehensive data on these experiences. By focusing on the intersectionality of race and ethnicity, the research seeks to identify specific health disparities and inform future health interventions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved cardiovascular health strategies tailored specifically for Black Latinos.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that understanding the intersectionality of race and health can lead to significant insights and improvements in health outcomes for minority populations.
Where this research is happening
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Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wallace, Deshira Damilka — Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
- Study coordinator: Wallace, Deshira Damilka
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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.