Connecting New Mexico Communities with Environmental Health Science
Community Engagement Core
This project helps communities in New Mexico, especially rural and Native American groups, understand and address environmental health concerns like air, water, and soil pollution.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of New Mexico Health Scis Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Albuquerque, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11093466 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This project aims to bridge the gap between environmental health scientists and New Mexico communities, particularly those in rural and Native American areas facing environmental pollution. We will share research findings in easy-to-understand ways through various communication methods like print, digital media, and community events. Our goal is to ensure that scientific research directly addresses the most pressing health needs identified by local communities. We also plan to involve community members and researchers in training sessions to strengthen partnerships and improve how we work together on environmental health issues.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Individuals living in New Mexico communities, especially rural and Native American areas concerned about environmental exposures, are ideal candidates to engage with this project.
Not a fit: Patients not living in New Mexico or those without environmental health concerns may not directly benefit from this specific community engagement effort.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: This work could lead to better understanding of environmental health risks, more relevant research, and improved health outcomes for communities affected by pollution.
How similar studies have performed: Community engagement approaches have been shown to be effective in translating scientific information and fostering partnerships in other environmental health contexts.
Where this research is happening
Albuquerque, United States
- University of New Mexico Health Scis Ctr — Albuquerque, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ginossar, Tamar — University of New Mexico Health Scis Ctr
- Study coordinator: Ginossar, Tamar
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.