Investigating lung health and disease prevention in adults
The American Lung Association (ALA) Lung Health Cohort
This study is looking for adults aged 25-35 to help us learn more about lung health and what might cause chronic lung problems, so we can find ways to prevent these issues before they start.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwestern University at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10886618 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to establish a national cohort of adults to better understand lung health and the factors that contribute to chronic lung disease. By recruiting 4,000 community-dwelling adults aged 25-35 from various metropolitan areas, the study will assess environmental, socio-behavioral, and occupational exposures, as well as physiological and biological responses. The goal is to identify modifiable risk factors and biomarkers that can help clinicians recognize and intervene in cases of impaired lung health before chronic conditions develop.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are healthy adults aged 25-35 who live in the selected metropolitan regions.
Not a fit: Patients outside the age range of 25-35 or those with existing chronic lung diseases may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for preventing chronic lung diseases in adults.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in identifying risk factors for lung disease, but this approach of focusing on a national cohort of young adults is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, United States
- Northwestern University at Chicago — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kalhan, Ravi — Northwestern University at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Kalhan, Ravi
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.