A national center for children's environmental health coordination
Coordinating Center
This study is setting up a special center to gather and share important information about how the environment affects children's health, especially for those with cancer, so that families and healthcare providers can get the best support and resources.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emory University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11001480 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on establishing a national coordinating center dedicated to children's environmental health. It aims to collect, share, and exchange knowledge related to environmental factors affecting children's health, particularly those with cancer. The center will collaborate with various stakeholders, including digital health companies, to disseminate important findings and resources effectively. By leveraging advanced digital platforms, the center will ensure that information is accessible to care providers and communities involved in children's health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include children aged 0-11 years who are diagnosed with cancer or are at risk due to environmental factors.
Not a fit: Patients who are older than 21 years or those without any environmental health concerns may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance the understanding and management of environmental health risks for children, particularly those affected by cancer.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives focused on children's environmental health have shown promise, indicating that this approach is built on a foundation of prior successes.
Where this research is happening
Atlanta, United States
- Emory University — Atlanta, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Obot Witherspoon, Nsedu — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Obot Witherspoon, Nsedu
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.