Circadian rhythms and sleep for better blood sugar and heart health in adults with type 1 diabetes

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What this research studies

This project focuses on adults with type 1 diabetes and investigates how sleep patterns affect blood sugar control and cardiovascular risk. The researchers will use behavioral sleep interventions to improve sleep duration and regularity and will monitor effects on glycemic measures and blood pressure patterns. By linking sleep improvements to glucose data from devices and cardiovascular risk markers, the study aims to uncover mechanisms behind sleep-related health benefits. Participants will engage in sleep programs and provide data through wearables, CGM readings, and clinical assessments overseen by the University of Illinois at Chicago team.

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Where this research is happening

• University of Illinois at Chicago
  Chicago, United States Active

Researchers

• Principal investigator: Martyn-Nemeth, Pamela Ann — University of Illinois at Chicago
• Study coordinator: Martyn-Nemeth, Pamela Ann

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About this research

1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
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