Understanding asthma symptoms in children affected by climate change
Symptom clusters in children with exacerbation-prone asthma
This study is looking at how climate change and air pollution affect asthma symptoms in children, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds, to help us understand how these environmental issues can make asthma worse.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emory University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10838820 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how climate change and air pollution impact asthma symptoms in children, particularly focusing on those from socially vulnerable backgrounds. It involves a longitudinal study of school-age children who have recently experienced asthma exacerbations, grouping them based on their reported symptoms. The study aims to compare clinical outcomes and biological responses among these groups to better understand the relationship between environmental factors and asthma severity. By analyzing existing data and adding new assessments, the research seeks to uncover critical insights into how these factors affect children's respiratory health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are school-age children, particularly Black and Hispanic children, who have a history of asthma exacerbations.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have asthma or those outside the age range of 0-21 years may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved asthma management strategies tailored for children living in high-risk environments.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in understanding the impact of environmental factors on asthma, making this study a continuation of established findings.
Where this research is happening
Atlanta, United States
- Emory University — Atlanta, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Fitzpatrick, Anne Mentro — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Fitzpatrick, Anne Mentro
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.