Building a workforce to address climate change and health
Official title: REACH Center Developmental Core
Funded at George Washington University · NIH-10982795 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about bringing together students and communities to work on health issues caused by climate change, helping them learn and create new solutions while connecting with others in the field.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | George Washington University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Washington, United States) |
| Project start | September 19, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $209,265 |
| NIH project number | 1P20ES036775-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10982795 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include students and early-career researchers interested in climate change and public health.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in academic or research settings may not directly benefit from this initiative.
What this research studies
This research initiative focuses on developing a multidisciplinary workforce that engages communities in climate and health research. It provides funding for innovative pilot projects and offers educational opportunities for students to collaborate on real-world health challenges related to climate change. By leveraging big data, the program aims to create equitable health solutions while fostering partnerships across various academic institutions. Participants will benefit from workshops, networking events, and training to enhance their skills in climate and health research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes by creating effective climate solutions that protect public health.
How similar studies have gone: Similar interdisciplinary approaches have shown promise in enhancing public health outcomes through collaborative research efforts.
Where this research is happening
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George Washington University
Washington, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Orttung, Robert Wilson — George Washington University
- Study coordinator: Orttung, Robert Wilson
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.