Improving environmental health in underserved communities
Environmental Health MethodologicAl, Training, and Teaching EnterpRiSe (EH MATTERS)
This study is all about helping low-income communities of color tackle health problems caused by their environment, and it’s designed for people who want to learn how to make a positive difference in these neighborhoods by becoming skilled environmental health scientists.
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 ID | NIH-10798222 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing environmental health disparities in low-income communities of color, which often face higher rates of chronic diseases and other socioeconomic challenges. The program aims to train a new generation of diverse environmental health scientists who will engage with these communities to identify and evaluate environmental health issues. By fostering community engagement and developing sustainable solutions, the initiative seeks to improve public health outcomes and promote health equity. Participants will gain valuable skills in community-engaged research and research translation.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals from low-income communities of color who are affected by chronic diseases and environmental health issues.
Not a fit: Patients who do not reside in low-income communities or who are not affected by environmental health disparities may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and quality of life for individuals living in underserved communities affected by environmental hazards.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in community-engaged approaches to addressing environmental health disparities, indicating that this methodology is promising.
Where this research is happening
Los Angeles, UNITED STATES
- University of Southern California — Los Angeles, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Johnston, Jill E — University of Southern California
- Study coordinator: Johnston, Jill E
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.