Creating a center to study how climate change affects health
Official title: Pilot Project Core
Funded at University of Minnesota · NIH-10981738 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about bringing together scientists and community members, especially in rural and American Indian areas, to work on understanding how climate change affects our health and to find ways to tackle those health challenges together.
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) | $202,442 |
| NIH project number | 1P20MD019990-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10981738 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include individuals from rural and American Indian communities who are affected by climate change-related health issues.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not reside in the targeted rural or American Indian communities may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This project aims to establish the Mni Sota Center for Climate Change and Health, focusing on building a network of scientists and community members to enhance research on the health impacts of climate change. The approach involves collaboration among scientists, public health professionals, and community partners, particularly in rural and American Indian communities, to identify health concerns and develop adaptive solutions. The initiative will also facilitate the creation of pilot projects and partnerships to address emerging health issues related to climate change.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes by addressing the health impacts of climate change through targeted interventions.
How similar studies have gone: Other research initiatives have shown success in addressing health impacts of climate change through community engagement and multidisciplinary collaboration.
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.
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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.