Understanding the link between asthma and ADHD in children and adults
Official title: Integrative metabolomic characterization of ADHD and asthma comorbidity
Funded at Brigham and Women's Hospital · NIH-10871689 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how asthma and ADHD might be linked by exploring the biological processes they share, hoping to find new ways to understand and treat both conditions better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Brigham and Women's Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2020 |
| Project end | June 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $178,200 |
| NIH project number | 5K01HL153941-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-10871689 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include children and adults diagnosed with either asthma, ADHD, or both conditions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients without a diagnosis of asthma or ADHD may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the biological connections between asthma and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) by analyzing metabolic processes that may be shared between the two conditions. Using existing genetic and metabolomic data, the study aims to uncover how these disorders overlap and what biological mechanisms might contribute to their comorbidity. By employing advanced statistical methods and multiomic approaches, the research seeks to provide insights into the underlying causes of asthma and ADHD, potentially leading to better diagnosis and treatment strategies.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment options for patients suffering from both asthma and ADHD.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has indicated a strong link between asthma and ADHD, suggesting that this integrative approach could yield valuable insights, although the specific methodologies being employed here may be novel.
Where this research is happening
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Brigham and Women's Hospital
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chu, Su Hee — Brigham and Women's Hospital
- Study coordinator: Chu, Su Hee
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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.