Reducing air pollution to lower blood pressure in NYC public housing residents
AirPressureNYC: Reducing AIR pollution to lower blood PRESSURE among New York City public housing residents
This study is looking at how air pollution affects blood pressure for people living in public housing in New York City, and it will test whether using personal air cleaners can help lower indoor pollution and improve blood pressure, especially for those with high blood pressure.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10885014 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of air pollution on blood pressure among residents of public housing in New York City. It aims to test the effectiveness of personal air cleaners in reducing fine particulate matter (PM2.5) indoors, which is linked to increased blood pressure and cardiovascular disease. Participants will be monitored for changes in systolic blood pressure over a period of time, with a focus on those who have hypertension. The study seeks to provide evidence that could lead to personal and public health strategies to mitigate the effects of air pollution.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults living in public housing in New York City, particularly those with treated or untreated hypertension.
Not a fit: Patients who do not reside in urban public housing or those without hypertension may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant reductions in blood pressure for individuals living in high-pollution environments, improving overall cardiovascular health.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that personal air cleaners can effectively reduce blood pressure, indicating a promising approach for this research.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- New York University School of Medicine — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Newman, Jonathan D — New York University School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Newman, Jonathan D
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.