How sleep affects blood sugar control and heart health in adults with type 1 diabetes

Circadian Mechanisms of Glycemic Control and Cardiovascular Risk in Adults with Type 1 Diabetes

NIH-funded research University of Illinois at Chicago · NIH-10948651

This study is looking at how getting better sleep can help adults with type 1 diabetes manage their blood sugar levels and stay healthier, so if you struggle with sleep and diabetes, this research might be for you!

Quick facts

Grant typeR01 grant
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionUniversity of Illinois at Chicago NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Chicago, UNITED STATES)
Project IDNIH-10948651 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research investigates the relationship between sleep patterns and glycemic control in adults with type 1 diabetes. It focuses on how irregular or insufficient sleep can lead to poor blood sugar management and increased cardiovascular risk. The study employs behavioral sleep interventions to improve sleep quality and regularity, aiming to enhance overall health outcomes for participants. By using continuous glucose monitoring, the research will assess changes in blood sugar levels in response to improved sleep habits.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who have been diagnosed with type 1 diabetes.

Not a fit: Patients who do not have type 1 diabetes or those under 21 years old may not receive benefits from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better management of blood sugar levels and reduced cardiovascular risks for adults with type 1 diabetes.

How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that behavioral sleep interventions can improve glycemic control in individuals with type 1 diabetes, indicating potential success for this approach.

Where this research is happening

Chicago, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
Conditions Adult-Onset Diabetes Mellitus
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