Improving children's health through community engagement and environmental research.
Administrative Core
This study is all about improving kids' health in Black communities by finding ways to tackle environmental issues that affect them, and it’s designed for community members, healthcare workers, and young researchers who want to make a difference together.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emory University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11001460 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing children's health by addressing environmental factors that disproportionately affect Black communities. It aims to develop effective strategies for translating important research findings into actionable insights for community stakeholders, healthcare providers, and academia. The project emphasizes collaboration with local communities and supports the development of young researchers, particularly from underrepresented backgrounds. By fostering communication and coordination among various stakeholders, the initiative seeks to create a significant impact on children's environmental health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include children aged 0-11 years, particularly those from Black communities impacted by environmental exposures.
Not a fit: Patients who do not belong to the targeted age group or community may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for children in affected communities by addressing environmental risks.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in community-based approaches to environmental health, indicating potential for impactful outcomes in this area.
Where this research is happening
Atlanta, United States
- Emory University — Atlanta, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mccauley, Linda a. — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Mccauley, Linda a.
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.