Developing tools to assess health risks from chemical exposure during environmental disasters
Comprehensive tools and models for addressing exposure to mixtures during environmental emergency-related contamination events
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY · NIH-10874494
This study is working on helpful tools to understand the health risks from being around different chemicals during environmental emergencies, like disasters worsened by climate change, so that first responders and communities, especially families with children, can better protect themselves and stay healthy.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (COLLEGE STATION, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10874494 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating comprehensive tools and models to evaluate the health risks associated with exposure to complex mixtures of chemicals during environmental emergencies, such as disasters exacerbated by climate change. The team, composed of experts from various scientific fields, aims to provide first responders and affected communities with the necessary resources to understand and mitigate the health impacts of these exposures. By employing innovative analytical and computational strategies, the research will address the unique vulnerabilities of different populations, particularly children, in contaminated environments.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals living in areas prone to environmental disasters or those who have been exposed to hazardous chemical mixtures.
Not a fit: Patients who are not affected by environmental contamination events or who do not reside in vulnerable areas may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the ability to protect communities from the health effects of chemical exposures during environmental emergencies.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in developing tools for assessing chemical exposures, but this approach to complex mixtures in the context of environmental emergencies is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
COLLEGE STATION, UNITED STATES
- TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY — COLLEGE STATION, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: RUSYN, IVAN — TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: RUSYN, IVAN
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.