Analyzing tobacco products and their effects on health
Biomarker and Analytical Chemistry Core
This study is looking at how different tobacco products affect health by testing both human samples and lab animals, and it aims to create better ways to understand the risks of new tobacco products for people who use them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Pennsylvania State Univ Hershey Med Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Hershey, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10934557 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on the assessment of tobacco products and the biomarkers that indicate the effects of tobacco-related exposures on users. It employs advanced analytical chemistry techniques to measure and analyze tobacco products and their impact on health, utilizing both human samples and laboratory animal models. The project aims to develop new methods and instrumentation to better understand the health risks associated with emerging tobacco products. By providing expertise in study design and data interpretation, this research seeks to enhance our understanding of tobacco-related harm.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals who use tobacco products and are interested in understanding the health implications of their use.
Not a fit: Patients who do not use tobacco products or are not exposed to tobacco-related environments may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved methods for assessing the health risks of tobacco products, ultimately benefiting public health.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using analytical chemistry to assess tobacco-related health risks, indicating that this approach is both established and promising.
Where this research is happening
Hershey, United States
- Pennsylvania State Univ Hershey Med Ctr — Hershey, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sun, Dongxiao — Pennsylvania State Univ Hershey Med Ctr
- Study coordinator: Sun, Dongxiao
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.