Understanding heart disease risk in young adults.

CORONARY ARTERY RISK DEVELOPMENT IN YOUNG ADULTS (CARDIA) STUDY - UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA FIELD CENTER.

NIH-funded research University of Minnesota · NIH-10901060

This study is looking at how different factors like lifestyle and genetics affect heart health in young adults over time, and it's for anyone who wants to understand their risk for heart disease as they grow older.

Quick facts

Grant typeNIH-funded research
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionUniversity of Minnesota NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Minneapolis, United States)
Project IDNIH-10901060 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research investigates the development of coronary artery risk factors in young adults over time. By following participants from diverse backgrounds, the study aims to identify how lifestyle, genetics, and environmental factors contribute to heart health. Participants will undergo regular health assessments, including blood tests and lifestyle questionnaires, to gather comprehensive data on their cardiovascular health. The findings could help in creating targeted interventions to reduce heart disease risk in this age group.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates are young adults aged 18-30 who are interested in understanding their heart health and contributing to research.

Not a fit: Patients outside the age range of 18-30 or those with pre-existing severe heart conditions may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for preventing heart disease in young adults.

How similar studies have performed: Previous studies on cardiovascular risk factors in young adults have shown promising results, indicating that this approach could yield valuable insights.

Where this research is happening

Minneapolis, United States

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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