Understanding lung diseases in World Trade Center workers
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disase in WTC Workers - Diagnoses and Transitions
This study is looking at lung problems in people who worked or volunteered at the World Trade Center site, to find out what might have caused these issues and how to better treat and prevent them in the future.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10886482 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on chronic lower airway diseases observed in workers and volunteers who were at the World Trade Center site. It aims to identify risk factors, comorbidities, and different subgroups of patients based on their lung function and health outcomes. The study will utilize advanced imaging techniques to better understand lung injuries and their progression, ultimately leading to more personalized treatment options and improved prevention strategies for affected individuals.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are former workers and volunteers who were present at the World Trade Center site and are experiencing symptoms of chronic lung diseases.
Not a fit: Patients who were not exposed to the World Trade Center site or do not have chronic lung conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better diagnosis and treatment options for patients suffering from lung diseases related to their exposure at the World Trade Center.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in understanding occupational lung diseases, making this approach promising for uncovering specific issues related to WTC exposure.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: De la Hoz, Rafael E. — Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
- Study coordinator: De la Hoz, Rafael E.
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.