Improving children's health by reducing chemical exposure
NYU Collaborative Center In Children's Environmental Health Research and Translation
This study is looking at how harmful chemicals can affect kids' health and is working on ways to help keep them safe, especially in communities that need it most.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10994588 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how chemical hazards affect children's health and developing effective strategies to reduce exposure. It aims to create and adapt interventions that can be implemented in diverse communities, particularly among low-income and minority populations. By utilizing methods from implementation science and public health, the project seeks to ensure that these interventions are scalable and impactful. The goal is to enhance the adoption of evidence-based practices that protect children's health from environmental risks.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include children aged 0-11 years, particularly those from low-income or minority backgrounds who may be disproportionately affected by environmental hazards.
Not a fit: Patients who are older than 11 years or those not exposed to environmental chemical hazards may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant improvements in children's health by reducing their exposure to harmful chemicals.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in developing interventions for reducing chemical exposure in children, but this project aims to adapt and scale these interventions for diverse populations, making it a novel approach.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- New York University School of Medicine — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Trasande, Leonardo — New York University School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Trasande, Leonardo
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.