Building environmental health research capacity in Mongolia
2/2 - Mongolian Center for Environmental & Occupational Health - U.S.
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MED BR GALVESTON · NIH-11045037
This study is creating a training program to help health experts in Mongolia work together on important issues like air pollution and its effects on health, so they can improve public health and influence health policies in the country.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MED BR GALVESTON (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (GALVESTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11045037 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a training program to enhance environmental and occupational health research in Mongolia, addressing the health impacts of air pollution and other environmental changes. The program aims to foster interdisciplinary collaborations between U.S. and Mongolian health professionals to tackle complex health issues. By selecting and training qualified Mongolian fellows, the initiative seeks to build sustainable research capacity that can influence national health policies and improve public health outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include Mongolian health professionals and researchers focused on environmental and occupational health.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in environmental or occupational health issues may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes in Mongolia by addressing environmental and occupational health challenges.
How similar studies have performed: Previous collaborations in environmental health research have shown success in building research capacity and addressing public health challenges in similar contexts.
Where this research is happening
GALVESTON, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MED BR GALVESTON — GALVESTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: GRAY, GREGORY CHARLES — UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MED BR GALVESTON
- Study coordinator: GRAY, GREGORY CHARLES
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.