Health and climate resilience for communities in Appalachia and the Midwest
Community Engagement Core
This program works with local residents and organizations to build community-led protections that keep people healthier during extreme weather in Appalachia and the Midwest.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Cincinnati NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cincinnati, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11199012 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
I would be invited to join conversations where community members and researchers share what matters most about health during extreme weather. The Core will gather local perspectives, support partnerships to try community-prioritized actions like adding tree canopy or green spaces, and help design projects that fit our needs. It will also focus on clear, two-way communication so research findings and solutions are shared back with the public. Overall, the effort aims to turn community ideas into practical, locally supported health protections.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal participants are residents, community leaders, and staff of local organizations in Midwest and Appalachian communities affected by extreme weather who want to work with researchers.
Not a fit: People outside the target regions or those looking for direct medical treatments rather than community planning are unlikely to see direct benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, communities could gain locally tailored strategies and partnerships that reduce health harms from extreme weather.
How similar studies have performed: Other community-engagement and urban greening projects have shown promise for improving health and resilience, though outcomes depend on local context and collaboration.
Where this research is happening
Cincinnati, United States
- University of Cincinnati — Cincinnati, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Burbage, Michelle L. — University of Cincinnati
- Study coordinator: Burbage, Michelle L.
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.