Understanding health issues in Hawaiian, Asian American, and Pacific Islander populations
Official title: Hawaiian, Asian American, and Pacific Islander (HAAPI) Coordinating Center
Funded at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center · NIH-10899627 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking into the health issues that people of Hawaiian, Asian American, and Pacific Islander backgrounds face, especially related to heart, metabolism, and mental health, to better understand their unique challenges and improve their overall health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project start | August 15, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $4,168,697 |
| NIH project number | 5U24HL169645-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10899627 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include individuals of Hawaiian, Asian American, or Pacific Islander descent who are interested in contributing to research that addresses their specific health needs.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as Hawaiian, Asian American, or Pacific Islander may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on the health challenges faced by individuals of Hawaiian, Asian American, and Pacific Islander ancestry, who have been underrepresented in health studies. It aims to identify the burden and causes of cardiovascular, metabolic, and mental health disorders in these communities. By examining the unique lifestyles, societal circumstances, and ancestry of these populations, the research seeks to fill knowledge gaps and improve health outcomes. The project will also establish a biorepository and data infrastructure to support ongoing health assessments and ancillary studies.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and targeted interventions for health issues affecting Hawaiian, Asian American, and Pacific Islander populations.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success in addressing health disparities in underrepresented populations, indicating that this approach has the potential for meaningful insights.
Where this research is happening
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Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
Seattle, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Anderson, Garnet L. — Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
- Study coordinator: Anderson, Garnet L.
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.