Investigating the impact of environmental factors on health in young adults
Nurses Health Study 3: A multiple exposure environmental epidemiology cohort of young adults
This study is looking at how things like air pollution and what we eat can impact the health of young adults, and it's for people in the U.S. and Canada who want to share their lifestyle and health information every six months to help us learn more about these important connections.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Harvard School of Public Health NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10434791 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how various environmental exposures, such as air pollution and dietary habits, affect the health of young adults. Participants, primarily from the U.S. and Canada, will provide detailed information about their lifestyle and health every six months through a web-based platform. The study aims to gather data on exposures experienced during critical life stages, including adolescence and pregnancy, to identify potential risks for chronic diseases. By leveraging modern technology, this research seeks to uncover important links between the environment and health outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are young adults aged 12 to 21 who reside in the United States or Canada.
Not a fit: Patients outside the age range of 12 to 21 or those not residing in the U.S. or Canada may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved public health strategies and interventions aimed at reducing chronic disease risks associated with environmental factors.
How similar studies have performed: Previous cohorts have successfully identified links between environmental exposures and health outcomes, making this approach both relevant and promising.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Harvard School of Public Health — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Laden, Francine — Harvard School of Public Health
- Study coordinator: Laden, Francine
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.