How sleep affects blood sugar control and heart health in adults with type 1 diabetes
Official title: Circadian Mechanisms of Glycemic Control and Cardiovascular Risk in Adults with Type 1 Diabetes
Funded at University of Illinois at Chicago · NIH-10948651 · Data updated 2026-11-12
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 type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Illinois at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | September 15, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $684,116 |
| NIH project number | 1R01HL174738-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10948651 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who have been diagnosed with type 1 diabetes.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have type 1 diabetes or those under 21 years old may not receive benefits from this research.
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.
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 gone: 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
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University of Illinois at Chicago
Chicago, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Martyn-Nemeth, Pamela Ann — University of Illinois at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Martyn-Nemeth, Pamela Ann
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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.