Exploring how environmental factors affect autoimmune diseases

Build to LEAD – Building partnerships to Link the Exposome to Autoimmune Disease (Admin Supp)

['FUNDING_R21'] · BENAROYA RESEARCH INST AT VIRGINIA MASON · NIH-10933073

This study is looking at how things in our environment might affect autoimmune diseases, helping us understand why some people get these conditions and how they can be managed better, and it's for anyone interested in improving health outcomes for those with autoimmune issues.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_R21']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorBENAROYA RESEARCH INST AT VIRGINIA MASON (nih funded)
Locations1 site (SEATTLE, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-10933073 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This research investigates the connections between environmental exposures and autoimmune diseases, aiming to understand how these factors influence disease susceptibility and outcomes. By establishing collaborative teams within the Exposome in Autoimmune Diseases Collaborating Teams (EXACT) Network, the project seeks to enhance data collection and analysis related to environmental impacts on health. The study will also expand partnerships with experts in the field and include diverse stakeholders to ensure comprehensive insights into autoimmune conditions.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals diagnosed with autoimmune diseases, particularly those affected by environmental factors.

Not a fit: Patients with autoimmune diseases that are not influenced by environmental factors may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved prevention strategies and treatments for autoimmune diseases by identifying critical environmental risk factors.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in linking environmental factors to autoimmune diseases, indicating that this approach has potential for significant findings.

Where this research is happening

SEATTLE, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.

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Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.