Understanding how viral infections affect asthma in Puerto Rican children
Natural History of Viral Induced Airway Dysfunction and Asthma in Minority Children
This study is looking at how early viral infections in babies might lead to asthma later on, specifically in Puerto Rican children, by tracking the health and environment of 3,000 newborns over time.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Francisco NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10489287 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between early-life viral respiratory infections and the development of asthma in Puerto Rican children. By recruiting a cohort of 3,000 newborns, the study will collect data on respiratory illnesses, environmental factors, and genetic information over several years. Researchers will analyze nasal swabs to identify viruses and assess how these infections may lead to airway dysfunction and asthma. The goal is to uncover the mechanisms that contribute to higher asthma rates in this population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are newborns from Puerto Rican backgrounds or those at risk for asthma due to early-life respiratory infections.
Not a fit: Patients who are not of Puerto Rican descent or those without a history of respiratory infections may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved prevention and treatment strategies for asthma in minority children.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown significant associations between early viral infections and asthma development, indicating that this approach has potential for impactful findings.
Where this research is happening
San Francisco, United States
- University of California, San Francisco — San Francisco, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sheppard, Dean — University of California, San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Sheppard, Dean
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.