Analyzing the effects of arsenic and other contaminants on health
Core E: Chemistry and Analytical Core (CAC)
This study is looking at how harmful substances like arsenic can affect your metabolism and diabetes, and it aims to find ways to reduce exposure to these toxins so you can stay healthier.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chapel Hill, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10939019 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on measuring toxic substances, particularly inorganic arsenic, and understanding their impact on metabolic dysfunction and diabetes. The project utilizes advanced analytical techniques, including 16S rRNA gene sequencing, to analyze the microbiome and metabolomics. By providing essential data and expertise, the research aims to identify strategies to reduce exposure to arsenic and prevent related health issues. Patients may benefit from insights into how these contaminants affect their health and potential interventions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals exposed to inorganic arsenic and those experiencing metabolic dysfunction or diabetes.
Not a fit: Patients who are not exposed to arsenic or do not have metabolic dysfunction or diabetes may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for reducing arsenic exposure and preventing metabolic disorders in affected populations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using similar analytical methods to study the effects of environmental toxins on health outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Chapel Hill, United States
- Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill — Chapel Hill, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lu, Kun — Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
- Study coordinator: Lu, Kun
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.