Award
National Institute on Aging 5R01AG071592-05
Sleep, Falls and Fractures in men and women: Role of nocturnal hypoxia
Recipient
UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH AT PITTSBURGH
Award Amount
$440,782.00
Ceiling
$440,782.00
Awarded
July 14, 2026
Identifier
5R01AG071592-05
Research project awarded to study the role of nocturnal hypoxia in sleep, falls, and fractures among older adults, focusing on sex differences and sleep-related risk factors.
Description
This project involves studying sleep, falls, and fractures in older adults, with a focus on nocturnal hypoxia and sleep disorders. It builds on existing studies (WHISPER and MrOS) and aims to explore sex differences and other sleep-related risk factors for falls and fractures.