Award
NIH Reporter #5R01DK125351-06
Silica Nephropathy and Chronic Kidney Disease of Unknown Etiology
Recipient
Not specified
Award Amount
$728,585.00
Ceiling
$728,585.00
Awarded
March 24, 2026
Identifier
5R01DK125351-06
Research project funded by NIH/NIDDK to study silica dust exposure and its link to chronic kidney disease of unknown etiology, focusing on agricultural workers and communities.
Description
This project aims to improve understanding of silica dust exposure in agricultural workers and communities, with a focus on CKDu. It involves characterizing silica exposure, developing predictive models, and identifying biomarkers. The award is funded by NIH/NIDDK with a total amount of $728,585 for fiscal year 2026.