Understanding how demographic and economic factors affect healthy aging behaviors
Center for Healthy Aging Behaviors & Longitudinal InvestigationS (CHABLIS)
['FUNDING_P30'] · UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO · NIH-11046199
This study at the University of Chicago is looking at how different life factors affect healthy habits in older adults, and it's designed to help researchers learn more about aging so we can all age better together.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_P30'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (CHICAGO, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11046199 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
The Center for Healthy Aging Behaviors and Longitudinal InvestigationS (CHABLIS) at the University of Chicago investigates how various demographic and economic factors influence healthy aging behaviors in older adults. By utilizing longitudinal data from both observational and interventional studies, the research aims to identify what promotes or hinders these behaviors over time. The program also focuses on developing infrastructure and supporting early-career researchers in the field of aging. Through collaboration across multiple disciplines, CHABLIS seeks to enhance knowledge and innovation in aging research.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults who are interested in understanding and improving their aging behaviors.
Not a fit: Patients who are not older adults or those who do not have an interest in aging-related behaviors may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for promoting healthy aging among older adults.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in understanding the impact of demographic and economic factors on health behaviors, making this approach both relevant and promising.
Where this research is happening
CHICAGO, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO — CHICAGO, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: MELTZER, DAVID O — UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO
- Study coordinator: MELTZER, DAVID O
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.