Our Research

Our quest to find cures and new and improved treatments for lung disease uses a multi-faceted approach to discovery.  The American Lung Association Nationwide Research efforts are composed of three programs: Awards and Grants Program, Asthma Clinical Research Centers Network and the Epidemiology and Statistics Program.

Research Milestones

People from every walk of life are living healthier, more active lives – thanks to the medical breakthroughs pioneered by American Lung Association researchers and their colleagues worldwide. Since 1915, our researchers have made significant contributions/milestones in the fight against lung disease by revolutionizing treatment and unlocking secrets of the body’s immune systems. » More

Awards & Grants

The goal of the American Lung Association Awards and Grants Program is to fund researchers at important crossroads of their careers to gain long-term commitment to lung disease research. » More

Asthma Clinical Research Centers

The American Lung Association Asthma Clinical Research Centers (ACRC) Network is the nation’s largest not-for-profit network of clinical research centers dedicated to asthma treatment research, attracting some of the best asthma investigators worldwide. » More

Epidemiology & Statistics

Data-rich reports that contain tables and figures and desribe lung disease prevalence, incidence, hospitalization and mortality, cigarette smoking, and other issues related to lung health. » More