Award
NIH Reporter #1R56AG099082-01
Breathing therapy to improve clearance of brain toxins in elder poor sleepers
Recipient
University of Miami School of Medicine
Award Amount
$635,301.00
Ceiling
$635,301.00
Awarded
September 17, 2026
Identifier
1R56AG099082-01
The University of Miami School of Medicine received NIH funding for research investigating whether breathing manipulation can improve clearance of brain toxins in older adults with poor sleep.
Description
Research project to demonstrate the feasibility of a noninvasive breathing-based therapy using modified positive airway pressure to enhance brain toxin clearance and reduce Alzheimer’s disease risk in older adults with poor sleep.