How night shift work affects blood fats and insulin sensitivity
Impact of circulating and tissue-specific lipids on vascular function and insulin sensitivity in chronic night shift workers
This study is looking at how working night shifts might mess with your body's natural clock and affect your heart health and blood sugar, especially for people who do this kind of work, to find ways to help them stay healthier.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Colorado State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Fort Collins, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11026417 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the health impacts of working night shifts, particularly how it disrupts normal biological rhythms and affects blood fats and insulin sensitivity. The study focuses on understanding the relationship between circadian misalignment and increased risks of cardiovascular disease and Type 2 diabetes among shift workers. By analyzing blood samples and tissue-specific lipids, researchers aim to uncover the mechanisms behind these health risks and explore potential strategies for improving health outcomes in this population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who work night shifts and experience circadian misalignment.
Not a fit: Patients who do not work night shifts or have no issues with sleep patterns may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to targeted interventions that improve cardiovascular health and insulin sensitivity in night shift workers.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated that circadian misalignment can negatively impact health, suggesting that this study builds on established findings rather than exploring a completely novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Fort Collins, United States
- Colorado State University — Fort Collins, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Broussard, Josiane — Colorado State University
- Study coordinator: Broussard, Josiane
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.