Building partnerships to study health impacts of climate change
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Funded at University of Minnesota · NIH-10981735 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how climate change impacts health in American Indian communities, and it’s working with local groups to make sure the research is helpful and meaningful for those who are most affected.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Minnesota NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Minneapolis, United States) |
| Project start | September 23, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $311,068 |
| NIH project number | 1P20MD019990-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10981735 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include American Indian individuals and communities who are affected by climate change.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not belong to American Indian communities or are not affected by climate change may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
The Mni Sota Center for Climate Change and Health (M3CH) aims to enhance research on how climate change affects health, particularly in American Indian communities. This initiative involves collaboration among various departments at the University of Minnesota, including public health and environmental sciences, to leverage expertise in epidemiology and community engagement. The center will focus on developing effective communication and partnerships to build research capacity and address health disparities related to climate change. By involving community stakeholders, the project seeks to ensure that research is relevant and beneficial to those most affected.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for communities impacted by climate change.
How similar studies have gone: Other research initiatives have successfully demonstrated the importance of community engagement in addressing health impacts of environmental changes, making this approach both relevant and promising.
Where this research is happening
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University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Alexander, Bruce H. — University of Minnesota
- Study coordinator: Alexander, Bruce H.
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.