Community Engagement for PFAS in Cape Cod drinking water
Official title: Community Engagement Core
Funded at University of Rhode Island · NIH-11389420 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A community-focused effort to help Cape Cod residents reduce PFAS exposures and stay informed about water and environmental health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Rhode Island NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Kingston, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2017 |
| Project end | June 30, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $122,449 |
| NIH project number | 5P42ES027706-10 |
| Project ID | NIH-11389420 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Not applicable to patient recruitment; the project targets communities and residents in Cape Cod.
✕Less likely to help
Individuals outside Cape Cod or those not involved in PFAS exposure concerns may see limited direct benefit.
What this research studies
This grant supports a Community Engagement Core that partners with local health officials, water suppliers, and residents to address PFAS concerns on Cape Cod. It uses bidirectional dialogue, including focus groups and outreach, to raise awareness and develop practical ways to lower exposure. The project aims to translate scientific findings into local actions that reduce risk and protect family health. The core builds on existing relationships to ensure communities, as well as local organizations, stay informed and involved.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, residents could have clearer guidance and resources to lower PFAS exposure and protect health.
How similar studies have gone: Previous community engagement efforts have shown that bidirectional communication improves public awareness and supports adoption of protective actions.
Where this research is happening
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University of Rhode Island
Kingston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Schaider, Laurel — University of Rhode Island
- Study coordinator: Schaider, Laurel
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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.