Understanding heart disease risk in South Asians
Lipoprotein Metabolism and Excess Cardiometabolic Risk in South Asians
This study is looking at why people from South Asian backgrounds, like those from India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh, have a higher chance of developing heart disease and diabetes, and it aims to find better ways to help reduce these risks for them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Ut Southwestern Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Dallas, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10867522 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the increased risk of heart disease and diabetes in South Asian individuals, who come from countries like India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. The study aims to identify advanced measures of lipid metabolism that may explain why South Asians are at a higher risk for these conditions compared to other ethnic groups. By analyzing data from a large cohort of South Asians living in America, the research will compare these findings with those from other ethnic groups to better understand cardiometabolic risks. The goal is to develop more effective strategies for reducing heart disease and diabetes risk in this population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are South Asian individuals, particularly those with a family history of heart disease or diabetes.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as South Asian or those without risk factors for heart disease or diabetes may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved prevention and treatment strategies for heart disease and diabetes specifically tailored for South Asian individuals.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using advanced lipid metabolism measures to predict cardiovascular risk in other populations, suggesting potential for similar findings in South Asians.
Where this research is happening
Dallas, United States
- Ut Southwestern Medical Center — Dallas, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rohatgi, Anand Kumar — Ut Southwestern Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Rohatgi, Anand Kumar
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.