How air pollution affects heart and lung health
Official title: Administrative Core for the Air pollution disrupts Inflammasome Regulation in HEart And Lung Total Health (AIRHEALTH) Study
Funded at Harvard School of Public Health · NIH-11086430 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how air pollution affects the body's ability to keep our hearts and lungs healthy, and it aims to help researchers work better together to find ways to improve health for people affected by air quality issues.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P01 program project |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Harvard School of Public Health NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2021 |
| Project end | July 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $244,349 |
| NIH project number | 5P01HL152953-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-11086430 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living in areas with high levels of air pollution, particularly those with existing heart or lung conditions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who live in regions with low air pollution or who do not have any cardiopulmonary health issues may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how air pollution disrupts the regulation of inflammasomes, which are critical for maintaining heart and lung health. The project aims to provide operational support for various related studies, ensuring effective communication and management among researchers. By centralizing resources and overseeing project productivity, the research team seeks to enhance the efficiency of their efforts in addressing the impacts of air pollution on cardiopulmonary health. Patients may benefit from improved understanding and potential interventions related to air quality and its effects on their health.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better strategies for mitigating the health impacts of air pollution on heart and lung conditions.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that addressing air pollution can lead to significant improvements in heart and lung health, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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Harvard School of Public Health
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Nadeau, Kari C. — Harvard School of Public Health
- Study coordinator: Nadeau, Kari C.
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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.