| NCT ID | NCT06849206 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Pennington Biomedical Research Center |
| Condition | Obesity Prevention |
| Study Type | OBSERVATIONAL |
| Enrollment | 3,000 participants |
| Start Date | 2025-02-24 |
| Primary Completion | 2045-02-24 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
This is an observational study. You will not receive an experimental treatment; researchers will collect data based on your existing condition or standard treatment.
This trial targets 3,000 participants in total. It began in 2025-02-24 with a primary completion date of 2045-02-24.
⚠ This information is for research awareness only. Always consult your physician before joining any clinical trial. Participation is voluntary and you may withdraw at any time.
Brief Summary
The Pennington Generation Cohort is an observational study comprised of Louisiana families. Families will be assessed at baseline for a variety of traits and behaviors, and then followed up over time to try to understand the role of lifestyle and the environment on the risk of developing obesity and other health outcomes.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Children, adolescents, and young adults (birth through age 24 years) and their nuclear family members\* and adults age 25+ who are expectant parents or are trying to conceive * Self-reported resident of Louisiana * Ability to understand instructions and complete all study procedures * Able to provide informed consent (adults aged over 18 years) * Able to provide assent (children 9 to 17 years) * Able to communicate (oral and written) in English Exclusion Criteria: * Discretion of the Medical Monitor or Principal Investigator
Contact & Investigator
Peter T Katzmarzyk, PhD
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
Pennington Biomedical Research Center
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT06849206 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, studying Obesity Prevention. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT06849206 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT06849206 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at peter.katzmarzyk@pbrc.edu for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT06849206 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Baton Rouge, United States.
Who is sponsoring the NCT06849206 clinical trial?
NCT06849206 is sponsored by Pennington Biomedical Research Center. The principal investigator is Peter T Katzmarzyk, PhD at Pennington Biomedical Research Center. The trial plans to enroll 3,000 participants.
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