A center focused on improving occupational and environmental health.
Rocky Mountain Center for Occupational and Enviromental Health
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF UTAH · NIH-11140946
The Rocky Mountain Center for Occupational and Environmental Health is working to improve workplace safety and health by training professionals and offering new programs, like a graduate certificate in Occupational Health Nursing, to help meet the needs of workers and businesses in the community.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF UTAH (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (SALT LAKE CITY, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11140946 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
The Rocky Mountain Center for Occupational and Environmental Health (RMCOEH) aims to address current and future challenges in occupational and environmental health through interdisciplinary education and research. The center offers various programs, including Ergonomics & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, and Occupational Medicine, which train professionals to enhance workplace safety and health. Additionally, RMCOEH provides continuing education to thousands of workers and businesses, ensuring that they are equipped with the latest knowledge and practices in health and safety. A new graduate certificate program in Occupational Health Nursing is also being introduced to meet the growing demand in the region.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include workers and professionals in occupational health and safety fields, as well as those seeking training in these areas.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in occupational health or safety professions may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve workplace safety and health outcomes for workers across various industries.
How similar studies have performed: Similar programs in occupational health and safety have shown success in improving worker health outcomes and safety practices.
Where this research is happening
SALT LAKE CITY, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF UTAH — SALT LAKE CITY, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: HEGMANN, KURT — UNIVERSITY OF UTAH
- Study coordinator: HEGMANN, KURT
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.