Evaluating the health risks of naturally occurring asbestos and related mineral fibers.
Official title: Conduct of studies to evaluate the toxic and carcinogenic potential of naturally occurring asbestos and related mineral fibers in laboratory animals
Funded at Battelle Centers/pub Hlth Res & Evaluatn · NIH-11216073 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how breathing in natural asbestos and similar fibers might harm health, especially the lungs, using tests on lab rats, to help keep people safe from these potential dangers.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
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| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Battelle Centers/pub Hlth Res & Evaluatn NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Columbus, United States) |
| Project start | September 16, 2024 |
| Project end | September 15, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $1,675,466 |
| NIH project number | 75N96024C00005-0-9999-5 |
| Project ID | NIH-11216073 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals with a history of exposure to asbestos or related mineral fibers.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who have not been exposed to asbestos or related mineral fibers are unlikely to benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the potential toxic and carcinogenic effects of naturally occurring asbestos and related mineral fibers by conducting toxicity tests in laboratory rats. The study focuses on inhalation exposure to these fibers, aiming to develop reliable methods for assessing their health risks. By identifying hazardous chemicals and their effects on lung tissues, the research seeks to inform public health initiatives and risk assessment activities. The findings will help provide a clearer understanding of the dangers posed by these environmental agents.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved public health guidelines and preventive measures against diseases caused by asbestos exposure.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in identifying health risks associated with asbestos exposure, making this approach both relevant and necessary.
Where this research is happening
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Battelle Centers/pub Hlth Res & Evaluatn
Columbus, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Fallacara, Dawn — Battelle Centers/pub Hlth Res & Evaluatn
- Study coordinator: Fallacara, Dawn
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.