Building a research infrastructure for climate health equity.
Administrative Core
This study is working to connect health information from community health centers with data about how climate change affects health, so we can better understand and improve health care for everyone in the community.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Ochin, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Portland, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10977024 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on establishing a robust infrastructure and partnerships to support the Community Catalyst Climate Health Equity Research Center (CCHRC). It aims to create a unique data resource by linking electronic health record data from community health centers with detailed information on climate-related health impacts. The project will involve strategic planning, budget management, and collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure effective research operations and community engagement. Patients may benefit from improved health interventions and policies informed by this comprehensive data.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates include individuals from communities disproportionately affected by climate change and health inequities.
Not a fit: Patients not living in areas impacted by climate change or those not engaged with community health centers may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to enhanced health interventions and policies that address climate-related health disparities.
How similar studies have performed: Similar research initiatives have shown promise in leveraging health data to address public health challenges, indicating a potential for success in this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Portland, United States
- Ochin, INC. — Portland, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gold, Rachel — Ochin, INC.
- Study coordinator: Gold, Rachel
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.