Understanding Population Changes and Health
Integrated International Microdata for Population Dynamics and Health Research
This project builds a large international database of information about people to help researchers understand how population changes affect health and well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Minnesota NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Minneapolis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11122239 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
Our world is seeing huge shifts in how populations grow and move, which deeply impacts health and daily behaviors. To plan for the future and address these challenges, researchers need access to the best possible information about people. This project expands a vast archive of census and survey data from over 100 countries, making it easier for scientists to study long-term trends. By improving how this data is found, processed, and managed, we help ensure that vital information is available to understand and improve population health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: While not directly recruiting patients, this project benefits anyone whose health and well-being are influenced by population changes, as it supports research that informs public health decisions.
Not a fit: Patients seeking direct medical treatment or immediate clinical trial participation would not find direct benefit from this data infrastructure project.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: This project helps researchers gain insights into global population health trends, which can lead to better public health policies and interventions for communities worldwide.
How similar studies have performed: The existing database has already seen explosive growth in researcher use and has contributed to many high-impact publications, indicating its success in supporting research.
Where this research is happening
Minneapolis, United States
- University of Minnesota — Minneapolis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ruggles, Steve — University of Minnesota
- Study coordinator: Ruggles, Steve
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.