How climate changes affect health and migration over a lifetime
Official title: Cumulative Demographic and Health Effects of Climate Exposures
Funded at Pennsylvania State University, the · NIH-10788643 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how changes in weather, like temperature and rainfall, affect people's health and finances from childhood to adulthood, focusing on things like weight and blood pressure in older adults in Indonesia and Mexico, to see how early experiences with climate can shape health and migration choices later in life.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R03 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Pennsylvania State University, the NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (University Park, United States) |
| Project start | September 20, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $171,498 |
| NIH project number | 1R03AG084950-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10788643 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are older adults aged 50 and above who have experienced varying climate conditions throughout their lives.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are younger than 50 years old or those who have not been significantly affected by climate variability may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of climate variability, such as changes in temperature and precipitation, on health and economic outcomes throughout different life stages, from childhood to adulthood. By analyzing data from large surveys in Indonesia and Mexico, the study focuses on health indicators like body mass index, hemoglobin levels, and blood pressure among older adults. It aims to understand how early life climate exposures influence health and migration behaviors later in life, considering factors like age, sex, and urban versus rural upbringing.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide insights into how climate change affects long-term health and economic stability, potentially guiding public health interventions.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that climate factors can significantly impact health outcomes, suggesting that this approach may yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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Pennsylvania State University, the
University Park, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Thiede, Brian — Pennsylvania State University, the
- Study coordinator: Thiede, Brian
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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.