Impact of wildfire and prescribed burn smoke on heart and lung health in Reno, NV
Official title: Associations of smoke from wildfires and prescribed burns with cardiorespiratory health outcomes in Reno, NV
Funded at University of Nevada Reno · NIH-10662183 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how smoke from wildfires and controlled burns affects the health of people living in Reno, NV, especially their heart and lung health, by examining medical records and smoke details to better understand the risks for both kids and adults in the area.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Nevada Reno NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Reno, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2019 |
| Project end | March 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $563,186 |
| NIH project number | 5R01ES029528-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-10662183 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include residents of Reno, NV, particularly those with pre-existing respiratory or cardiovascular conditions, as well as children and young adults.
✕Less likely to help
Patients living outside of Reno or those without any respiratory or cardiovascular health issues may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how smoke from wildfires and prescribed burns affects the health of residents in Reno, NV, particularly focusing on cardiorespiratory outcomes. By analyzing data from over 1.4 million patient visits recorded in electronic medical records, the study aims to understand the composition of smoke and its health implications. The research will consider various factors, including the type of vegetation burned and the aging of smoke particles, to model their effects on air quality and health. This comprehensive approach seeks to provide insights into how air pollution from fires impacts both children and adults in the community.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved public health guidelines and interventions to protect residents from the harmful effects of smoke exposure.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown significant health impacts from air pollution due to wildfires, indicating that this study builds on established findings in the field.
Where this research is happening
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University of Nevada Reno
Reno, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Strickland, Matthew J. — University of Nevada Reno
- Study coordinator: Strickland, Matthew J.
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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.