Investigating the impact of e-cigarette use on lung health due to metal exposure.
Metal Exposure and Subclinical Lung Disease in Adult E-cigarette Users
This study is looking at how using e-cigarettes might affect the lungs of teens and young adults, especially by checking for early signs of lung problems caused by harmful metals in e-cigarette vapor.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Columbia University Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11017710 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how e-cigarette use may lead to subclinical lung disease, particularly in adolescents and young adults. It aims to evaluate the potential risks associated with inhaling metals found in e-cig aerosols, which are not well understood. The study will utilize advanced imaging techniques, such as CT and MRI, to detect early signs of lung injury in e-cig users. By identifying these risks, the research seeks to provide insights into the long-term respiratory health implications of e-cigarette use.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents and young adults who actively use e-cigarettes.
Not a fit: Patients who do not use e-cigarettes or have pre-existing severe lung conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better understanding and prevention of lung disease related to e-cigarette use.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated potential health risks associated with e-cigarette use, but this specific investigation into metal exposure and subclinical lung disease is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Columbia University Health Sciences — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Oelsner, Elizabeth — Columbia University Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Oelsner, Elizabeth
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.