Creating solutions to improve health equity in urban communities affected by climate change
Official title: Administrative Core
Funded at University of Illinois at Chicago · NIH-10981085 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about finding ways to use nature to help people in cities stay healthy despite the challenges of climate change, and it’s designed to bring communities together to learn and work on solutions that fit their specific needs.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Illinois at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | September 21, 2024 |
| Project end | September 20, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $903,871 |
| NIH project number | 1P20MD019989-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10981085 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living in urban areas who are affected by climate change and related health issues.
✕Less likely to help
Patients living in rural areas or those not impacted by climate change may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing nature-based solutions to address the health impacts of climate change, particularly in urban communities. It aims to enhance collaboration among various disciplines to better understand and mitigate these effects. The project will also work on building community capacity and advocacy for health solutions related to environmental challenges. By fostering partnerships and providing training, the initiative seeks to empower local communities to address their unique climate-related health issues.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and greater equity for urban populations facing climate-related health challenges.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in community-driven approaches to address environmental health issues, indicating potential for this initiative.
Where this research is happening
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University of Illinois at Chicago
Chicago, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Malecki, Kristen Mary Chossek — University of Illinois at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Malecki, Kristen Mary Chossek
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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.