A wearable device to continuously measure personal exposure to air pollution.
Wearable Microsystem for Continuous Personalized Aerosol Exposure Assessment
This study is testing a new wearable device that helps people keep track of the air pollution they breathe in every day, so they can better understand how it affects their health and find ways to reduce their exposure.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Michigan State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (East Lansing, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10876375 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a wearable microsystem that continuously monitors personal exposure to airborne particulate matter and other air pollutants. By utilizing advanced technology, the device aims to provide real-time data on the size and composition of pollutants that individuals encounter in their daily environments. This personalized approach allows for a better understanding of how air quality affects health, enabling targeted interventions to reduce exposure. The research seeks to fill the gaps left by existing monitoring tools that fail to capture the variability of air pollution exposure.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals living in urban areas with high levels of air pollution or those with respiratory conditions exacerbated by poor air quality.
Not a fit: Patients who live in rural areas with minimal air pollution or those without respiratory issues may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved public health outcomes by providing individuals with personalized data to manage and reduce their exposure to harmful air pollutants.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using wearable technology for environmental monitoring, indicating a promising avenue for this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
East Lansing, United States
- Michigan State University — East Lansing, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mason, Andrew J — Michigan State University
- Study coordinator: Mason, Andrew J
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.