National Institute Of Environmental Health Sciences (niehs)

This study looks at how life in the US affects the heart and metabolic health of Bhutanese adults. Researchers will survey 50 people about their experiences, mental health, and lifestyle. The goal is to understand why this group has higher rates of diabetes and obesity, and to id…

This study looks at how being a refugee affects sleep. Researchers will talk with 70 Bhutanese refugees and people who work with them in central Ohio. They want to understand how things like discrimination, adjusting to a new culture, and coping strategies impact sleep health. Th…

This study follows 400 children ages 5 to 7, some with obesity and some of normal weight, to see what factors like genes, hormones, diet, and chemical exposures affect when puberty starts. Children will have check-ups every 6 months until age 12, including blood tests, physical e…