The impact of air pollution on heart health in American Indian communities
Official title: Air Pollution and Cardiovascular Disease in American Indian Communities
Funded at Columbia University Health Sciences · NIH-11016978 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how air pollution affects heart health in American Indian communities, focusing on blood pressure and other risk factors, to help find ways to lower the chances of heart disease in these groups.
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 start | February 1, 2024 |
| Project end | November 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $609,312 |
| NIH project number | 5R01ES035617-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11016978 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include American Indian individuals living in the Southwest and Great Plains regions who may be affected by air pollution and cardiovascular disease.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not belong to American Indian communities or those living outside the targeted geographic areas may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how exposure to air pollution affects cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk among American Indian populations, who are particularly vulnerable to these health issues. The study will measure air pollution levels and their association with blood pressure and other cardiovascular risk factors in American Indian communities across the Southwest and Great Plains. By utilizing data from the Strong Heart Study, researchers aim to identify specific air pollution sources and their health impacts over time. This comprehensive approach seeks to inform targeted interventions to reduce CVD risk in these communities.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for American Indian populations by identifying and mitigating the effects of air pollution on cardiovascular health.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown significant associations between air pollution and cardiovascular disease, particularly in vulnerable populations, suggesting that this approach is both relevant and necessary.
Where this research is happening
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Columbia University Health Sciences
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hilpert, Markus — Columbia University Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Hilpert, Markus
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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.