AirClean NYC: Reducing indoor air pollution to lower blood pressure in public housing residents
Official title: AirPressureNYC: Reducing AIR pollution to lower blood PRESSURE among New York City public housing residents
Funded at New York University School of Medicine · NIH-11408806 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study tests whether using personal air cleaners at home can lower blood pressure among adults living in New York City public housing who have hypertension or are being treated for it.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | July 15, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $796,945 |
| NIH project number | 5R01HL168597-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-11408806 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Adults 21+ living in NYC public housing who have treated or untreated hypertension and consent to home-based PAC use.
✕Less likely to help
Some participants may not experience a noticeable blood pressure reduction or could have limited benefit due to other health factors.
What this research studies
This clinical trial aims to see if personal air cleaners reduce indoor PM2.5 exposure and lower systolic blood pressure in adults 21 and older living in NYC public housing. Participants with treated or untreated hypertension will use PACs in indoor spaces for a defined period, with blood pressure and inflammation markers tracked. The study builds on prior findings that indoor air quality can influence blood pressure and aims to provide clear, actionable evidence for individuals and policymakers. If successful, the intervention could become a simple strategy to reduce cardiovascular risk tied to air pollution.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: Participants may experience lower blood pressure and reduced cardiovascular risk if the PACs successfully lower indoor pollution levels.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies suggest PACs can lower SBP by a few mmHg over short periods, but robust, population-level evidence in public housing settings is still emerging.
Where this research is happening
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New York University School of Medicine
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Newman, Jonathan D — New York University School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Newman, Jonathan D
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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.