Exploring how land quality and water affect health equity
Understanding the role of bedrock, settlement patterns, and water quality in human health equity
This study is looking at how the quality of land and water in Oklahoma, shaped by the area's rocks and past communities, affects people's health, and it invites participants to share their experiences with water quality and health to help us learn more about these connections.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Kansas Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Kansas City, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10888796 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how the quality of land and water, influenced by bedrock properties and historical settlement patterns, affects health disparities among populations in Oklahoma. By using a combination of geochemical analysis and public health surveys, the project aims to uncover the links between environmental factors and health outcomes. Participants may be involved in surveys that assess their water quality and health conditions, contributing to a better understanding of how these elements interact. The study seeks to develop innovative methods for collecting and analyzing data related to health and environmental quality.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include residents of Oklahoma, particularly those living in areas with known environmental health issues related to water quality.
Not a fit: Patients living in regions outside of Oklahoma or those not affected by environmental health disparities may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for marginalized communities by addressing environmental factors that contribute to health inequities.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that environmental factors significantly impact health outcomes, suggesting that this interdisciplinary approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Kansas City, United States
- University of Kansas Medical Center — Kansas City, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mueller, Joel Thomas — University of Kansas Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Mueller, Joel Thomas
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.