Engaging communities to address health and climate issues
Community Engagement Core
This study is all about helping Milwaukee communities that are hit hardest by energy issues and climate change, by working together to understand how switching to cleaner energy can improve health and fairness, and it invites local voices to guide the research and make a real difference.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Wisconsin-Madison NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Madison, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10982299 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on empowering Milwaukee communities that are most affected by energy choices and climate change. It aims to foster community-driven, interdisciplinary research that highlights the health and equity impacts of transitioning to low-carbon energy. By establishing a Community Advisory Board, the project seeks to align its activities with community goals and enhance capacity in data science to support climate policy solutions. The initiative emphasizes collaboration with local organizations to ensure meaningful participation and influence in the research process.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include residents of Milwaukee who are impacted by climate change and energy-related health issues.
Not a fit: Patients who do not reside in Milwaukee or are not affected by climate-related health issues may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and greater equity in communities affected by climate change and energy policies.
How similar studies have performed: Similar community engagement approaches have shown success in addressing health disparities and promoting environmental justice in other regions.
Where this research is happening
Madison, United States
- University of Wisconsin-Madison — Madison, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Patz, Jonathan Alan — University of Wisconsin-Madison
- Study coordinator: Patz, Jonathan Alan
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.