How sleep and aerobic fitness affect heart health in children and adolescents
Interacting mechanisms of sleep and aerobic fitness: Implications for health in the growing child
This study is looking at how sleep and fitness levels affect heart health in kids and teens, and it aims to find ways to help them stay healthy by improving their sleep and exercise habits.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California-Irvine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Irvine, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10811608 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between sleep patterns and aerobic fitness in children and adolescents, focusing on how these factors influence the risk of developing cardiovascular diseases. By examining the physiological mechanisms that connect sleep and fitness, the study aims to identify critical pathways that could help mitigate health risks associated with poor sleep and low fitness levels. Participants may undergo assessments of their sleep quality, physical fitness, and cardiovascular health indicators to gather comprehensive data. The findings could lead to better health strategies for young individuals to improve their overall well-being.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include children and adolescents aged 0-20 who may be experiencing issues related to sleep or fitness.
Not a fit: Patients who are not within the age range of 0-20 or those with pre-existing severe cardiovascular conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for children and adolescents by identifying ways to enhance sleep and fitness, thereby reducing cardiovascular disease risk.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the links between physical activity and sleep, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Irvine, United States
- University of California-Irvine — Irvine, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Neikrug, Ariel Boaz — University of California-Irvine
- Study coordinator: Neikrug, Ariel Boaz
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.