Exploring how environmental factors affect Parkinson's disease symptoms
Characterizing the link between multiple environmental exposures and Parkinsons disease exacerbation
This study is looking at how things like air pollution and temperature changes might make Parkinson's disease symptoms worse, and it's for people with Parkinson's who want to understand what environmental factors could affect their condition.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Harvard School of Public Health NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10898715 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between various environmental exposures, such as air pollution and temperature, and the worsening of Parkinson's disease (PD) symptoms. By analyzing data from a nationally representative population, the study aims to identify specific environmental factors that may exacerbate PD and determine which individuals are most at risk. The approach includes rigorous statistical methods to adjust for confounding variables, ensuring reliable results that can inform future interventions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals aged 65 and older who have been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease.
Not a fit: Patients under 65 years of age or those without a diagnosis of Parkinson's disease may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for managing Parkinson's disease by identifying environmental triggers and protective factors.
How similar studies have performed: While some studies have explored the impact of environmental factors on Parkinson's disease, this research aims to provide novel insights by examining multiple exposures simultaneously in a comprehensive manner.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Harvard School of Public Health — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Zanobetti, Antonella — Harvard School of Public Health
- Study coordinator: Zanobetti, Antonella
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.