Developing tools to assess respiratory health risks in children from air pollution
Project 2
This study is looking at how harmful chemicals in the air can affect kids' lung health and asthma risk, so we can find better ways to protect their breathing as they grow up.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Texas A&m University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (College Station, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10874498 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating innovative methods to quickly evaluate how exposure to harmful volatile organic compounds (VOCs) affects the respiratory health of children. The team will investigate how these pollutants impact pediatric lung development and asthma risk, considering factors like age, sex, and genetics. By using advanced cell models, they aim to understand the mechanisms by which VOCs contribute to respiratory issues in young patients. The findings could lead to better risk assessments and health strategies for children exposed to environmental hazards.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years who may be exposed to air pollution and are at risk for respiratory conditions like asthma.
Not a fit: Patients outside the age range of 0-11 years or those not exposed to hazardous VOCs may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health assessments and interventions for children at risk of respiratory issues due to air pollution.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in understanding the impacts of air pollution on respiratory health, but this specific approach focusing on pediatric susceptibility is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
College Station, United States
- Texas A&m University — College Station, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Johnson, Natalie M — Texas A&m University
- Study coordinator: Johnson, Natalie M
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.