How climate change affects heart health in young people
Official title: The Role of Adaptation and Resilience in a Changing Climate: Cardiovascular Risk and Allostatic Load Among Youth
Funded at University of Southern California · NIH-10980385 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how climate change, like heat and wildfire smoke, affects heart health in kids and young adults, and it aims to find ways to help them stay healthy despite these challenges.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Southern California NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | September 17, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $549,150 |
| NIH project number | 1P20HL176204-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10980385 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include children and young adults living in areas affected by climate change, particularly those exposed to heat stress and wildfire smoke.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not affected by environmental stressors related to climate change may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of climate change on cardiovascular health in youth, focusing on how factors like heat stress and wildfire smoke may influence heart health outcomes. The study aims to understand the relationship between environmental stressors and cardiovascular risk, particularly in children and young adults. By examining how these stressors affect allostatic load, which reflects the body's response to chronic stress, the research seeks to identify ways to enhance resilience and adaptation in vulnerable populations. Participants may undergo assessments related to their cardiovascular health and exposure to environmental factors.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for protecting young people's heart health in the face of climate change.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown that environmental factors significantly impact cardiovascular health, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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University of Southern California
Los Angeles, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Farzan, Shohreh F — University of Southern California
- Study coordinator: Farzan, Shohreh F
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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.