Connecting human, animal, and environmental health education
One Health Education: Connecting Humans, Animals, and the Environment
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER · NIH-10690639
This study is all about helping teenagers learn how human health, animal health, and the environment are connected by creating fun lessons and activities for classrooms, and it’s designed for teachers and students who want to understand these important links better.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (ROCHESTER, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10690639 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on the One Health concept, which highlights the interconnection between human health, animal health, and environmental health. It aims to enhance adolescents' understanding of these connections through the development of engaging classroom lessons and hands-on activities that align with educational standards. The project will involve collaboration with educators and scientists to create effective teaching materials and assess their impact on student learning. Additionally, it will establish a network of teacher-presenters to facilitate professional development workshops across the country.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include high school and middle school students interested in health, science, and environmental issues.
Not a fit: Patients who are not in the educational system or who are not adolescents may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a more informed generation that understands the importance of health connections, potentially improving public health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Similar educational initiatives have shown success in enhancing student engagement and understanding of health-related topics, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
ROCHESTER, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER — ROCHESTER, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: MARKOWITZ, DINA GROSSMAN — UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER
- Study coordinator: MARKOWITZ, DINA GROSSMAN
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.