Understanding how social factors affect lupus patients
Official title: DP22-002 Georgians Organized Against Lupus: The GOAL of Better Understanding Social Determinants of Health in Lupus
Funded at Emory University · NIH-10846545 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how things like where you live and your community can affect the health of people with lupus, especially those from underrepresented groups, and it aims to gather information to help improve care and treatment for everyone with this condition.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emory University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project start | September 30, 2022 |
| Project end | September 29, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $950,000 |
| NIH project number | 5U01DP006698-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10846545 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus or primary cutaneous lupus erythematosus, especially those from underrepresented sociodemographic backgrounds.
✕Less likely to help
Patients without a diagnosis of lupus or those who do not reside in the Atlanta area may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the social determinants of health that impact individuals with systemic and cutaneous lupus. By utilizing the Georgia Lupus Registry, the study aims to create a comprehensive cohort of lupus patients, particularly focusing on underrepresented groups. The research will gather detailed information about patients' health experiences and access to care, which can help identify gaps and improve treatment strategies. Participants will be followed over time to assess how these social factors influence their health outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment of lupus by addressing the social factors that affect patient health.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has successfully utilized population-based cohorts to understand chronic diseases, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights into lupus as well.
Where this research is happening
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Emory University
Atlanta, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lim, Sung Sam — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Lim, Sung Sam
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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.