Investigating how metal pollutants affect heart health in pregnant women of different races
Particulate Matter (PM) Metals and Racial Disparity in Cardiovascular (CVD) Risk Factors
This study is looking at how being around certain metal pollutants during pregnancy might affect heart health for moms and their babies, especially for Black and Hispanic women, to help understand when these exposures could be most harmful.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Florida International University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Miami, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10766741 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research examines the impact of exposure to mixtures of metal pollutants, specifically particulate matter, on cardiovascular disease risk factors in pregnant women, particularly among Black and Hispanic populations. By utilizing advanced statistical methods, the study aims to quantify the exposure levels during different trimesters of pregnancy and assess how these exposures may influence both maternal and child health outcomes. The research focuses on understanding the complex interactions between environmental factors and health disparities, with the goal of identifying critical periods of vulnerability during pregnancy.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include pregnant women, particularly those from Black and Hispanic communities, who are exposed to environmental pollutants.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or those who do not belong to the targeted racial groups may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for pregnant women and their children by informing public health policies and interventions aimed at reducing exposure to harmful pollutants.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated that exposure to air pollutants can adversely affect cardiovascular health, suggesting that this approach may yield valuable insights into health disparities.
Where this research is happening
Miami, United States
- Florida International University — Miami, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ibrahimou, Boubakari — Florida International University
- Study coordinator: Ibrahimou, Boubakari
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.