Investigating heart disease in rescue workers exposed to World Trade Center dust
Cardiovascular Disease among WTC-exposed Rescue/Recovery Workers
This study is looking at how breathing in dust from the World Trade Center might affect the heart health of rescue and recovery workers, to see if those who were more exposed to the dust are more likely to develop heart problems over time.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Albert Einstein College of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bronx, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10994800 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding the relationship between exposure to dust from the World Trade Center (WTC) and the development of cardiovascular disease (CVD) among rescue and recovery workers. By analyzing medical records from a centralized New York State database, the study aims to evaluate the incidence of CVD events in a large cohort of these workers, particularly comparing those with high and low levels of exposure. The research will also assess how CVD incidence may change over time and across different occupations involved in the rescue efforts.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are rescue and recovery workers who were exposed to WTC dust during the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks.
Not a fit: Patients who were not involved in the rescue or recovery efforts at the WTC site may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and prevention strategies for cardiovascular disease in individuals exposed to hazardous environments.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown varying results regarding the link between WTC exposure and cardiovascular disease, indicating that this research is building on existing knowledge but aims to clarify inconsistencies.
Where this research is happening
Bronx, United States
- Albert Einstein College of Medicine — Bronx, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Zeig-Owens, Rachel — Albert Einstein College of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Zeig-Owens, Rachel
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.