Investigating how sleep and body clocks affect high blood pressure
Sleep and circadian mechanisms in hypertension
This study is looking at how your sleep habits and body clock affect blood pressure in adults with high blood pressure, to help find better ways to manage it based on your unique sleep patterns.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Oregon Health & Science University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Portland, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11061024 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research explores the relationship between sleep patterns, circadian rhythms, and high blood pressure (hypertension) in adults. It aims to understand why some individuals experience a non-dipping blood pressure profile, which is linked to higher cardiovascular risks. By studying untreated hypertension patients, the research will assess how the body's internal clock and sleep quality influence blood pressure variations throughout the day and night. The findings could lead to better management strategies for hypertension based on individual sleep and circadian patterns.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults with untreated hypertension, particularly those exhibiting a non-dipping blood pressure profile.
Not a fit: Patients who have well-controlled hypertension or those not experiencing issues with blood pressure variability may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment strategies for hypertension that take into account patients' sleep and circadian rhythms.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated that understanding the interplay between sleep and blood pressure can lead to significant advancements in hypertension management, suggesting a promising avenue for this study.
Where this research is happening
Portland, United States
- Oregon Health & Science University — Portland, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Thosar, Saurabh Suhas — Oregon Health & Science University
- Study coordinator: Thosar, Saurabh Suhas
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.