Investigating how exposure to WTC dust affects prostate cancer recurrence
Assessing the impact of WTC dust exposure on prostate cancer recurrence
['FUNDING_U01'] · ICAHN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AT MOUNT SINAI · NIH-10905975
This study is looking at whether breathing in dust from the World Trade Center during the 9/11 attacks might be linked to prostate cancer coming back, and it's for people who were exposed to that dust and want to understand how it could affect their health over time.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_U01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | ICAHN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AT MOUNT SINAI (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (NEW YORK, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10905975 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research examines the potential link between exposure to dust from the World Trade Center (WTC) during the 9/11 attacks and the recurrence of prostate cancer. It focuses on understanding how carcinogens and inflammation from the dust may influence cancer progression. The study will analyze data from individuals exposed to WTC dust and assess their cancer outcomes over time, utilizing advanced methodologies including RNA expression and DNA methylation analyses. By collaborating with the WTC Health Program, the research aims to provide insights into the long-term health effects of this exposure.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who were exposed to WTC dust during the 9/11 attacks and have a history of prostate cancer.
Not a fit: Patients who have not been exposed to WTC dust or do not have a history of prostate cancer may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved monitoring and treatment strategies for prostate cancer in individuals exposed to WTC dust.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have indicated increased cancer rates among WTC dust-exposed populations, suggesting that this research builds on established findings rather than being entirely novel.
Where this research is happening
NEW YORK, UNITED STATES
- ICAHN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AT MOUNT SINAI — NEW YORK, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: AARONSON, STUART A — ICAHN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AT MOUNT SINAI
- Study coordinator: AARONSON, STUART A
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
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