Award
NIH Reporter #5R21OH012552-02
Defining the Role of IL-1β in Tungsten-Mediated Cardiovascular Disease
Recipient
University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center
Award Amount
$190,625.00
Ceiling
$190,625.00
Awarded
August 13, 2025
Identifier
5R21OH012552-02
The award funds research to define the health consequences of chronic tungsten exposure and elucidate the molecular mechanisms of toxicity, particularly the role of IL-1β in cardiovascular disease development.
Description
This project investigates the molecular mechanisms by which tungsten exposure affects cardiovascular health, focusing on IL-1β signaling pathways, and aims to inform occupational health monitoring and intervention strategies.