Understanding how pollen and air pollution affect respiratory health
Official title: Improved estimation of pollen exposure, mixtures, and risk of respiratory illness
Funded at Emory University · NIH-11066415 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how pollen and air pollution affect breathing problems like asthma and allergies, especially in people who are more at risk, and it will help us understand these issues better by tracking pollen levels in different places.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emory University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project start | March 12, 2024 |
| Project end | March 11, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $48,974 |
| NIH project number | 5F31ES036103-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11066415 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals suffering from asthma, allergic rhinitis, or other respiratory conditions, particularly those from racial and ethnic minority groups or lower-income backgrounds.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have respiratory conditions or are not affected by pollen or air pollution may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on the relationship between pollen exposure, air pollution, and respiratory illnesses such as asthma and allergic rhinitis. It aims to assess how these environmental factors interact and contribute to health disparities, particularly among vulnerable populations. The project will involve a multi-location study to gather data on pollen levels and respiratory health outcomes, as well as the development of an automated pollen monitoring network to improve exposure assessment. By analyzing these factors, the research seeks to fill critical gaps in our understanding of how pollen impacts respiratory health.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for managing and mitigating respiratory illnesses related to pollen and air pollution.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has indicated that understanding environmental factors like pollen can significantly impact public health, suggesting that this approach has the potential for meaningful advancements.
Where this research is happening
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Emory University
Atlanta, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lappe, Brooke — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Lappe, Brooke
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.