Improving community awareness about water contamination and health risks
Official title: Community Engagement Core
Funded at University of Southern California · NIH-10939232 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping communities understand the health risks of water contamination from PFAS substances, and it’s designed for anyone who wants to learn more about this issue, as well as local leaders and healthcare workers who can help spread the word and support their neighbors.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Southern California NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | April 24, 2025 |
| Project end | January 31, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $94,204 |
| NIH project number | 1P42ES036506-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10939232 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include community members living in areas affected by PFAS contamination and local healthcare workers seeking to enhance their knowledge on environmental health issues.
✕Less likely to help
Patients living in areas without PFAS contamination or those not engaged in community health initiatives may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
The Community Engagement Core (CEC) aims to enhance public understanding of environmental health issues related to water contamination, particularly focusing on PFAS substances. By collaborating with local leaders and organizations, the CEC will facilitate communication about health risks and provide educational workshops to empower communities. This initiative will also involve training healthcare workers to better address local concerns and disseminate scientific information effectively. The CEC seeks to integrate community feedback into ongoing research to ensure that local needs are met.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve community awareness and response to health risks associated with contaminated water.
How similar studies have gone: Previous community engagement initiatives have shown success in raising awareness and improving health outcomes related to environmental hazards.
Where this research is happening
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University of Southern California
Los Angeles, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Aung, Tun (Max) M — University of Southern California
- Study coordinator: Aung, Tun (Max) M
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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.