Effects of radon exposure on children's brain and immune health
Cognitive, Immunological, and Neurophysiological Consequences of Home Radon Exposure in Children and Adolescents
This study is looking at how living in homes with radon gas might affect the thinking skills and health of kids and teens, so we can better understand how it impacts their brain development and school performance.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Father Flanagan's Boys' Home NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boys Town, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11021068 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how exposure to radon gas in homes affects the cognitive, immunological, and neurophysiological development of children and adolescents. It aims to understand the long-term impacts of radon, a common but often overlooked environmental toxin, on brain health and academic performance. The study will involve assessing children living in homes with varying levels of radon exposure to determine any correlations with cognitive deficits and health issues. By analyzing these effects, the research seeks to highlight the importance of addressing radon exposure in residential settings.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include children and adolescents living in homes with known radon levels, particularly those at or above the EPA action limit.
Not a fit: Patients who do not live in areas with radon exposure or those who are not within the age range of 0-21 years may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health guidelines and interventions to protect children from the harmful effects of radon exposure.
How similar studies have performed: While research on environmental toxins is extensive, studies specifically linking radon exposure to cognitive and neurophysiological outcomes in youth are limited, making this approach relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Boys Town, United States
- Father Flanagan's Boys' Home — Boys Town, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Taylor, Brittany — Father Flanagan's Boys' Home
- Study coordinator: Taylor, Brittany
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.