Understanding how metabolism affects health and disease prevention
Metabolomics and Clinical Assays Center
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIV OF NORTH CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL · NIH-11005391
This study is looking at how our bodies process food differently to create personalized diet plans that can help prevent health issues like obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and cancer, so you can get advice that works best for you!
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIV OF NORTH CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (CHAPEL HILL, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11005391 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on how individual differences in metabolism and dietary responses can inform personalized strategies to prevent chronic diseases like obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and cancer. The project will collect and analyze metabolomics data to identify metabolic profiles and their implications for health. It will also provide clinical assays to support these findings and collaborate with other research initiatives to enhance data sharing and integration. Patients may benefit from tailored dietary recommendations based on their unique metabolic responses.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals at risk for chronic diseases such as obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and cancer.
Not a fit: Patients who are not at risk for these chronic diseases or those with metabolic disorders that are not addressed by this research may not benefit.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to personalized dietary interventions that significantly reduce the risk of chronic diseases for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using metabolomics for personalized health interventions, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
CHAPEL HILL, UNITED STATES
- UNIV OF NORTH CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL — CHAPEL HILL, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: SUMNER, SUSAN J — UNIV OF NORTH CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL
- Study coordinator: SUMNER, SUSAN J
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.