Creating a database to understand chemical exposures and their health effects
Exposome Correlation and Interpretation Database (ECID)
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · ICAHN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AT MOUNT SINAI · NIH-10904958
This study is creating a helpful database that looks at how different chemicals in our environment might affect our health, especially in relation to diseases like cancer and heart problems, so that patients can better understand these connections and find ways to prevent or treat their conditions.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | ICAHN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AT MOUNT SINAI (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (NEW YORK, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10904958 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing the Exposome Correlation and Interpretation Database (ECID), which aims to catalog and interpret the relationships between various chemicals found in our environment and their effects on human health. By analyzing data from biomonitoring and chemical analysis, the project seeks to uncover how these chemicals may contribute to diseases such as cancer, cardiovascular issues, and neurological disorders. Patients can benefit from this research as it will provide insights into how chemical exposures relate to health outcomes, potentially leading to better prevention and treatment strategies.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals exposed to various environmental chemicals, particularly those with conditions related to cancer, cardiovascular diseases, or neurological disorders.
Not a fit: Patients who are not exposed to significant environmental chemicals or who do not have related health conditions may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding of how environmental chemicals impact health, enabling better prevention and treatment of diseases.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in understanding chemical exposures and their health impacts, making this approach promising and relevant.
Where this research is happening
NEW YORK, UNITED STATES
- ICAHN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AT MOUNT SINAI — NEW YORK, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: BARUPAL, DINESH — ICAHN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AT MOUNT SINAI
- Study coordinator: BARUPAL, DINESH
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.