Understanding and treating lung diseases caused by workplace exposures
Resolving Occupational Exposure-Induced Lung Disease
This study is looking for better ways to help workers in industries like agriculture and food processing who have lung problems from being around harmful substances, so they can breathe easier and feel healthier.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Nebraska Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Omaha, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10835847 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on occupational lung diseases, which are prevalent among workers exposed to hazardous agents over time. It aims to identify new strategies to treat lung injury and inflammation resulting from these exposures, particularly in industries like agriculture and food processing. The study will explore the effects of both long-term and acute exposures to harmful substances, including biological agents. By addressing the lack of effective therapies, the research seeks to improve health outcomes for affected workers.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include workers in industries with known occupational lung hazards, such as agriculture, waste treatment, and food processing.
Not a fit: Patients who have not been exposed to occupational hazards or those with non-occupational lung diseases may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new treatments that alleviate lung damage and inflammation for workers exposed to hazardous environments.
How similar studies have performed: While there is ongoing research in occupational lung diseases, this specific approach to finding new treatment strategies is relatively novel and untested.
Where this research is happening
Omaha, United States
- University of Nebraska Medical Center — Omaha, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Poole, Jill a — University of Nebraska Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Poole, Jill a
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.