Improving children's environmental health awareness and action.
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['FUNDING_OTHER'] · EMORY UNIVERSITY · NIH-11001474
This study is all about helping families, especially those in underserved neighborhoods, learn more about environmental health risks that can affect their children, using fun tools like virtual reality to make the information easier to understand and apply.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | EMORY UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (ATLANTA, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11001474 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing awareness and understanding of environmental health risks affecting children, particularly in underserved communities. It aims to bridge the gap between scientific knowledge and practical application by utilizing innovative communication methods, including virtual reality, to engage families and healthcare providers. The project will specifically target inner-city African American families and young children, promoting equitable access to information and encouraging proactive measures to mitigate exposure risks. By fostering community engagement and collaboration, the research seeks to create lasting change in public health practices.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include children aged 0-11 years, particularly those from underserved communities in the Atlanta area.
Not a fit: Patients who do not reside in the targeted underserved communities or are outside the age range of 0-11 years may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for children by increasing awareness and reducing environmental health risks.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using innovative communication strategies to improve health awareness and outcomes in similar community settings.
Where this research is happening
ATLANTA, UNITED STATES
- EMORY UNIVERSITY — ATLANTA, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: AHN, SUN JOO JOO — EMORY UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: AHN, SUN JOO JOO
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.