Understanding how metabolism affects exercise responses
Meta-Analysis of Metabolic Determinants of Exercise Response in Common Funds Data
This study is looking at how our bodies react to exercise by examining different biological factors, and it aims to find out how these responses can help create personalized workout plans that fit each person's unique metabolism.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R03 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10772237 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the molecular factors that influence how individuals respond to exercise by analyzing various data sets from previous studies. It aims to integrate information from genomics, proteomics, and metabolomics to identify consistent patterns in metabolic responses to different types of exercise. By conducting a meta-analysis, the research seeks to uncover novel metabolites and their roles in exercise-related health benefits, which could lead to better understanding and recommendations for physical activity. Patients may benefit from insights that could inform personalized exercise regimens based on their metabolic profiles.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals interested in understanding how their metabolism affects their exercise performance and health outcomes.
Not a fit: Patients who are not engaged in physical activity or those with severe metabolic disorders may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to personalized exercise recommendations that optimize health benefits based on individual metabolic responses.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using meta-analysis to identify metabolic responses to exercise, but this specific integration of metabolomics is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Ann Arbor, United States
- University of Michigan at Ann Arbor — Ann Arbor, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Evans, Charles Robert — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Evans, Charles Robert
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.