How sleep affects heart health in men with HIV
The Role of Sleep in Cardiovascular Health Among Men Living with HIV
This study is looking at how sleep quality affects heart health in men with HIV, especially to see if not sleeping well can raise the risk of heart problems, and it’s for men who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Newark, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11077280 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between sleep quality and cardiovascular health in men living with HIV, particularly focusing on how poor sleep may increase the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD). The study will involve 240 racially diverse sexual minority men and will explore how factors like inflammation and psychosocial stress impact both sleep and heart health. By examining these connections, the research aims to identify potential pathways that could help improve health outcomes for this population. Participants will be monitored over time to assess changes in their sleep patterns and cardiovascular health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are racially diverse sexual minority men aged 21 and older who are living with HIV.
Not a fit: Patients who are not men or who do not have HIV may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for managing cardiovascular health in men living with HIV, potentially reducing their risk of heart disease.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that sleep quality is linked to cardiovascular health, suggesting that this study's approach is grounded in established findings.
Where this research is happening
Newark, UNITED STATES
- Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences — Newark, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Millar, Brett M — Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Millar, Brett M
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.