Investigating early life factors that affect asthma in children
Midcareer Investigator Award in Patient-Oriented Research in Pediatric Asthma
This study is looking at how things like a mother's health and nutrition during pregnancy can affect a child's chances of developing asthma and how well their lungs work, so we can find ways to help keep kids healthy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10752667 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how prenatal and early life exposures, such as maternal health conditions and nutrition, influence the development of asthma and lung function in children. The principal investigator, an Associate Professor at Vanderbilt University, aims to identify protective and adverse factors that can inform prevention strategies. By studying mother-child pairs, the research seeks to uncover the long-term effects of these exposures on respiratory health. The project also includes a mentoring component to train the next generation of clinical investigators.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include pregnant women and their children, particularly those with known prenatal exposures or health conditions.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or do not have children may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved prevention strategies for asthma in children, enhancing their respiratory health.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that understanding prenatal factors can significantly impact childhood asthma outcomes, suggesting this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Carroll, Kecia Nicole — Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
- Study coordinator: Carroll, Kecia Nicole
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.