Investigating how air pollution affects children's hospitalizations for respiratory diseases in New York State
Official title: Examining the Association between Residential Ambient Air Pollution and Pediatric Hospitalization due to Acute Respiratory Disease Across New York State
Funded at Temple Univ of the Commonwealth · NIH-10784440 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how air pollution in neighborhoods affects kids under 12 with breathing problems in New York, aiming to find ways to keep our children healthier by understanding the impact of dirty air on their lungs.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R03 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Temple Univ of the Commonwealth NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project start | August 15, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $174,323 |
| NIH project number | 1R03HD113886-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10784440 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years who have experienced acute respiratory diseases and live in areas with varying levels of air pollution.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are older than 11 years or do not have a history of acute respiratory diseases may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research examines the link between residential air pollution and hospital admissions for acute respiratory diseases in children under 12 years old across New York State. It focuses on understanding how exposure to air pollution during critical developmental periods impacts respiratory health, particularly among vulnerable populations. The study will analyze hospitalization data and environmental factors to identify patterns and disparities in health outcomes. By exploring these associations, the research aims to inform public health strategies and policies to protect children's health.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved public health interventions that reduce respiratory disease rates in children by addressing air quality issues.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown significant associations between air pollution and respiratory health in children, indicating that this approach is supported by existing evidence.
Where this research is happening
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Temple Univ of the Commonwealth
Philadelphia, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kulick, Erin Ryan — Temple Univ of the Commonwealth
- Study coordinator: Kulick, Erin Ryan
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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.