Understanding heart disease risk in young adults
Official title: CORONARY ARTERY RISK DEVELOPMENT IN YOUNG ADULTS (CARDIA) STUDY - OAKLAND FIELD CENTER
Funded at Kaiser Foundation Research Institute · NIH-11128311 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how lifestyle choices and genetics affect heart health in young adults, and it aims to track changes over time to find early signs of heart disease, so we can help prevent it in the future.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Kaiser Foundation Research Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Oakland, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | July 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $733,157 |
| NIH project number | 75N92023D00003-P00001-759202300001-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11128311 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates are young adults who are interested in understanding their heart health and contributing to research on cardiovascular disease.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not young adults or those with pre-existing severe heart conditions may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the development of coronary artery risk factors in young adults, focusing on how lifestyle and genetic factors contribute to heart health. Participants will be monitored over time to assess changes in their cardiovascular health and identify early indicators of heart disease. The study aims to gather data that can help in developing preventive strategies for heart disease in this age group.
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 gone: Previous research has shown success in understanding cardiovascular risk factors in young populations, indicating that this approach is promising.
Where this research is happening
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Kaiser Foundation Research Institute
Oakland, United States Active
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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.