Understanding personal well-being and its factors over time
Official title: Measuring Well-Being and Its MultidimensionalDeterminants Across Individuals and the Life Course
Funded at Hebrew University of Jerusalem · NIH-10784760 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at what affects people's happiness and well-being at different times in their lives, using surveys to find out how different groups feel and helping to understand any differences so we can improve everyone's quality of life.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Hebrew University of Jerusalem NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Jerusalem, Israel) |
| Project start | April 1, 2020 |
| Project end | January 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $553,631 |
| NIH project number | 5R01AG065364-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-10784760 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals from diverse backgrounds who are willing to share their experiences and perceptions of well-being.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not interested in participating in surveys or who have significant cognitive impairments may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how different factors influence personal well-being across various individuals and stages of life. By analyzing survey responses that rate multiple aspects of well-being, the project aims to identify patterns and disparities in well-being among different groups. The methodology includes developing techniques to account for differences in how individuals report their well-being, ensuring more accurate comparisons. This work is essential for understanding social welfare and addressing inequalities in well-being.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for enhancing personal well-being and addressing disparities among different populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in using survey methods to assess well-being, indicating that this approach is both valid and valuable.
Where this research is happening
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Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Jerusalem, Israel Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Heffetz, Ori — Hebrew University of Jerusalem
- Study coordinator: Heffetz, Ori
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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.