Education and research for occupational safety and health professionals
OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH EDUCATION AND RESEARCH CENTERS (T42)
This study is all about helping students and professionals learn more about keeping workers safe and healthy, especially in high-risk jobs like farming and mining, so they can work together to find better ways to prevent injuries and illnesses on the job.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Kentucky NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lexington, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11164457 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This initiative focuses on providing interdisciplinary education and training for graduate students and professionals in the field of occupational safety and health. It aims to enhance research skills and promote collaborative research on various occupational diseases and injuries. The program also offers continuing education and outreach to address safety concerns in industries with high rates of injuries, such as agriculture and mining. By translating research findings into practical prevention strategies, the project seeks to improve workplace safety in the Central Appalachian region.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include graduate students and professionals working in occupational safety and health fields, particularly in the Central Appalachian region.
Not a fit: Patients not involved in occupational safety or health professions may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved safety practices and reduced injury rates in high-risk occupations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous initiatives in occupational safety education have shown success in improving safety outcomes, indicating that this approach is both relevant and potentially impactful.
Where this research is happening
Lexington, United States
- University of Kentucky — Lexington, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sanderson, Wayne T. — University of Kentucky
- Study coordinator: Sanderson, Wayne T.
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.