Understanding Sleep in Kentucky Communities
REsearching Sleep Time in Kentucky Communities (REST-KY)
This project explores why adults in certain rural Kentucky communities, particularly in Appalachia, experience insufficient sleep and how it impacts their overall health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Kentucky NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lexington, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11134418 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
Many adults in specific rural Kentucky areas, especially Appalachia, report not getting enough sleep, defined as 6 hours or less per night. These areas show high rates of insufficient sleep and serious health problems, but it is not clear why some communities are more affected than others. Researchers will use a mix of methods over time to understand the individual, social, and broader factors contributing to poor sleep and health in these communities. The aim is to uncover the specific reasons behind sleep deficiencies and related health issues in this population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 21 and older living in specific rural Appalachian Kentucky communities.
Not a fit: Patients living outside the targeted rural Appalachian Kentucky communities may not directly benefit from this specific community-focused research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this work could help develop targeted programs and strategies to improve sleep and overall health for adults in rural Appalachian communities.
How similar studies have performed: While insufficient sleep is a known public health problem, this specific focus on mechanisms and consequences in rural Appalachian "hotspot" populations is a novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Lexington, United States
- University of Kentucky — Lexington, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Moloney, Mairead — University of Kentucky
- Study coordinator: Moloney, Mairead
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.