Connecting climate solutions to health and equity
Official title: Research and Engagement for Action on Climate and Health (REACH) Center
Funded at George Washington University · NIH-10982791 · Data updated 2026-11-12
The REACH Center is looking at how climate change affects our health and works with different groups to find ways to improve health outcomes for everyone, so patients can benefit from solutions that help tackle climate issues.
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) | $1,270,897 |
| NIH project number | 1P20ES036775-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10982791 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include individuals and communities disproportionately impacted by climate change and health disparities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not affected by climate change or do not experience health disparities may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
The REACH Center focuses on using big data to explore how climate change impacts health and promotes environmental justice. By collaborating with various institutions and organizations, the center aims to understand the health effects of climate change mitigation and adaptation strategies. Patients can benefit from this research as it seeks to develop actionable solutions that improve health outcomes related to climate issues. The center utilizes advanced geospatial datasets to inform decision-making and policy development.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and equitable climate solutions for communities affected by climate change.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in using big data to address public health issues related to environmental factors, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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George Washington University
Washington, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Anenberg, Susan — George Washington University
- Study coordinator: Anenberg, Susan
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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.