Understanding the Genetics Behind IBD in South Florida
Official title: University of Miami IBD Genetic Research Center: Understanding the Genetic Architecture of IBD in the South Florida community
Funded at University of Miami School of Medicine · NIH-11601644 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This grant looks at how genes and the environment come together to influence inflammatory bowel disease in people living in South Florida.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Miami School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Coral Gables, United States) |
| Project start | September 30, 2022 |
| Project end | June 30, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $148,427 |
| NIH project number | 3U01DK134201-05S1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11601644 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates are individuals with IBD (Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis) from the South Florida community who have consented to genetic and environmental studies.
✕Less likely to help
People without IBD or those not participating in genetic/environmental studies may not benefit directly.
What this research studies
The project uses genetic and environmental data from the South Florida community to uncover why IBD occurs and progresses. Researchers will analyze diverse patient samples, including genetic information and environmental factors, to map how these elements interact. The goal is to build a clearer picture of disease mechanisms that could lead to better prevention and treatment options for patients in this region.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this work could lead to more personalized strategies for preventing and treating IBD in South Florida.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown that population-specific genetic analyses can reveal important disease associations and gene-environment interactions.
Where this research is happening
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University of Miami School of Medicine
Coral Gables, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mccauley, Jacob L — University of Miami School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Mccauley, Jacob L
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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.