Understanding how demographic and economic factors influence health behaviors in older adults
Administrative Core
This study looks at how things like age, income, and background influence the health habits and outcomes of older adults, and it's designed to help researchers better understand what keeps aging people healthy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10877924 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on examining the impact of demographic and economic factors on health-related behaviors and outcomes among older adults. The Administrative & Research Support Core will lead efforts to analyze longitudinal data from various studies, providing insights into how these factors affect aging populations. The project involves collaboration among experts from diverse fields, including economics, sociology, and public health, to ensure a comprehensive approach to understanding healthy aging. By fostering engagement and support for researchers, the core aims to enhance the infrastructure for ongoing investigations in this area.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research are older adults who may be affected by varying demographic and economic factors.
Not a fit: Patients who are not older adults or those whose health behaviors are not influenced by demographic or economic factors may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and tailored interventions for older adults based on their demographic and economic backgrounds.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in understanding health behaviors through demographic and economic lenses, indicating that this approach is both relevant and valuable.
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.