Understanding and improving care for obstructive sleep apnea
Official title: Data Integration Core
Funded at University of Pennsylvania · NIH-10880315 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at ways to better predict, prevent, and treat obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) by using different types of health data, so we can provide more personalized care and help people feel better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P01 program project |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pennsylvania NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $231,225 |
| NIH project number | 5P01HL160471-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10880315 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals diagnosed with or at risk for obstructive sleep apnea.
✕Less likely to help
Patients without obstructive sleep apnea or those who are not at risk for the condition may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a widespread chronic condition affecting over a billion people globally. It aims to create a comprehensive framework for predicting, preventing, and treating OSA by integrating diverse data sources, such as electronic health records and CPAP usage data. The project will analyze this information to personalize care and improve patient outcomes. By leveraging advanced data integration techniques, the research seeks to enhance our understanding of OSA and its management.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnosis and treatment options for patients suffering from obstructive sleep apnea.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in using data integration approaches to improve patient outcomes in chronic diseases, indicating a promising avenue for this project.
Where this research is happening
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University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Holmes, John H. — University of Pennsylvania
- Study coordinator: Holmes, John H.
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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.