How lifestyle choices affect exposure to air pollution and health
Impacts of modifiable factors on personal exposures and acute health
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT SCH OF MED/DNT · NIH-10918131
This study is looking at how the way you get around—like driving a car versus biking or taking public transit—affects your exposure to air pollution and your health, and it’s for anyone interested in finding ways to reduce the negative impacts of air pollution on their well-being.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT SCH OF MED/DNT (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (FARMINGTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10918131 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how individual lifestyle choices, such as the mode of transportation used during commutes, impact personal exposure to traffic-related air pollutants and the resulting acute health effects. Participants will engage in a four-day assessment, using both cars and alternative transportation methods like bicycles or public transit. Throughout this period, their exposure to various pollutants will be measured in real-time, alongside monitoring changes in health indicators such as oxidative stress and cardiovascular responses. The goal is to identify practical adjustments that can help mitigate the harmful effects of air pollution on health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who regularly commute in urban areas and are willing to change their mode of transportation for the study.
Not a fit: Patients who do not commute or have limited exposure to traffic-related air pollution may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide insights into effective lifestyle changes that reduce exposure to harmful air pollutants, potentially improving health outcomes for individuals.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that lifestyle modifications can significantly impact exposure to air pollutants, suggesting that this approach may yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
FARMINGTON, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT SCH OF MED/DNT — FARMINGTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: ZAMORA, MISTI LEVY — UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT SCH OF MED/DNT
- Study coordinator: ZAMORA, MISTI LEVY
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.