Monitoring indoor air quality and its effects on children's cognition
Development of Novel Assessments for Indoor Air Quality Monitoring and Impact on Children's Health - Cohorts in Schools & Biomarkers of Exposure
This study tests how the air quality in schools affects children's thinking and learning in Belgium, Greece, and Denmark.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 900 (estimated) |
| Ages | 9 Years to 12 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Hasselt University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Diepenbeek) |
| Trial ID | NCT06197477 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the relationship between indoor air quality in schools and children's cognitive development across Belgium, Greece, and Denmark. It involves measuring both chemical and microbiological pollutants in school environments and assessing their impact on students' cognition. The project aims to gather data on air quality and exposure biomarkers to develop strategies for improving air quality in schools, ultimately enhancing children's well-being and learning outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are boys and girls in 4th to 6th grade attending participating elementary schools.
Not a fit: Children who do not speak the local language (Dutch, Greek, or Danish) may not benefit from this study due to communication barriers.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved indoor air quality in schools, positively impacting children's cognitive development and overall health.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown a correlation between indoor air quality and cognitive function, suggesting that this approach has potential based on previous findings.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Boys and girls * Attending school in the 4th -6th grade in elementary schools included in the study * Signed informed consent form by legal representative Exclusion Criteria: * Insufficient knowledge of local language (ie. Dutch, Greek, Danish) by child or parents
Where this trial is running
Diepenbeek
- Hasselt University — Diepenbeek, Belgium (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Tim Nawrot, PhD — Hasselt University
- Study coordinator: Rossella Alfano, PhD
- Email: rossella.alfano@uhasselt.be
- Phone: +3281739400
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.