Understanding how genetics and social factors affect susceptibility to infectious diseases in different populations
Official title: Identifying genetic and sociodemographic determinants of susceptibility to infectious diseases in diverse population groups
Funded at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai · NIH-10930770 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how genetics and different life factors affect the risk of infectious diseases in various communities, and it invites patients to share their health information and genetic samples to help find ways to improve healthcare for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | September 17, 2023 |
| Project end | March 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $190,125 |
| NIH project number | 5R21MD019104-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10930770 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds who may be at risk for infectious diseases.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not belong to the targeted diverse population groups or those without a history of infectious diseases may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the genetic and sociodemographic factors that contribute to the risk of infectious diseases among diverse population groups. By analyzing data from the All of Us biobank, the study aims to identify how various demographic, socioeconomic, and environmental factors influence the prevalence of infectious diseases. Patients may be asked to provide genetic samples and health information to help researchers understand these disparities better. The goal is to improve clinical care and public health strategies by addressing the underlying causes of health inequities.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective prevention and treatment strategies for infectious diseases tailored to specific population groups.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in identifying health disparities related to infectious diseases, making this approach both relevant and promising.
Where this research is happening
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Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Asgari, Samira — Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
- Study coordinator: Asgari, Samira
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.