Understanding health challenges faced by Latino immigrant men in Baltimore
Official title: Identifying Structural Vulnerability Latent Classes Associated with the Health Outcomes of Latino Immigrant Men in Baltimore
Funded at University of Maryland Baltimore · NIH-10934484 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at the health challenges faced by Latino immigrant men in Baltimore, especially how things like discrimination and feeling alone affect their well-being, and it aims to learn more about their experiences to help improve their access to healthcare.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Maryland Baltimore NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project start | September 24, 2023 |
| Project end | November 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $186,303 |
| NIH project number | 5R21MD018107-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10934484 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are foreign-born Latino immigrant men living in Baltimore who may be experiencing health disparities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not Latino immigrant men or those who do not reside in Baltimore may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the health disparities affecting foreign-born Latino immigrant men in Baltimore, focusing on their psychosocial vulnerabilities such as racial discrimination, stigma, and social isolation. By analyzing data from 300 participants, the study aims to identify distinct subgroups based on their experiences and how these factors influence their health outcomes. Additionally, qualitative interviews with 40 participants will provide deeper insights into their lived experiences and barriers to accessing healthcare services. The goal is to better understand the complex dynamics that contribute to health disparities in this population.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare access and tailored interventions for Latino immigrant men, ultimately enhancing their health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in addressing health disparities in immigrant populations, indicating that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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University of Maryland Baltimore
Baltimore, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Negi, Nalini — University of Maryland Baltimore
- Study coordinator: Negi, Nalini
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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.