Understanding health risks from smoke exposure in areas near wildfires
Cardiopulmonary Risk Assessment from Smoke Exposure at the Wildland Urban Interface
['FUNDING_R01'] · NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY · NIH-10997395
This study is looking at how breathing in smoke from wildfires can affect your lungs and heart, especially since wildfires are happening more often, and it’s for anyone who wants to understand the health risks of smoke exposure.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (BOSTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10997395 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the health effects of inhaling smoke from wildland fires, particularly focusing on how different exposure levels and smoke composition impact respiratory and cardiovascular health. The study aims to identify the specific risks associated with prolonged smoke exposure, which is increasingly relevant as wildfires become more common. By using a combination of laboratory experiments and animal models, the research team will analyze how smoke particles affect lung function and heart health over time.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals living in or near wildland urban interface areas who may be exposed to wildfire smoke.
Not a fit: Patients who do not live in areas affected by wildfires or who have no history of smoke exposure may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health guidelines and interventions for individuals living in areas prone to wildfires.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that exposure to air pollutants, including smoke, can lead to significant health issues, indicating that this study builds on established findings.
Where this research is happening
BOSTON, UNITED STATES
- NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY — BOSTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: OAKES, JESSICA M — NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: OAKES, JESSICA M
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.