How indoor air quality affects children with lung issues from premature birth
Indoor Air Quality and Respiratory Morbidity in School-Aged Children with Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia
This study looks at how the air quality inside homes affects the breathing health of school-aged kids with bronchopulmonary dysplasia, a lung condition from being born early, to find ways to help them breathe better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Boston Children's Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10540413 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of indoor air quality on respiratory health in school-aged children who have bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD), a chronic lung condition often seen in premature infants. The study aims to identify how factors like air pollution and indoor irritants contribute to respiratory symptoms and lung function problems in these children. By analyzing environmental exposures in their homes, the research seeks to uncover potential interventions that could improve their health outcomes. The findings could help guide future strategies to enhance the living conditions for affected children.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are school-aged children diagnosed with bronchopulmonary dysplasia.
Not a fit: Patients without a history of bronchopulmonary dysplasia or those who are not school-aged may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health interventions that reduce respiratory issues in children with bronchopulmonary dysplasia.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that environmental factors significantly impact respiratory health in children, suggesting that this study's approach is both relevant and necessary.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Boston Children's Hospital — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gaffin, Jonathan Mark — Boston Children's Hospital
- Study coordinator: Gaffin, Jonathan Mark
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.