Improving health and safety for agricultural workers in the MENA region
2/2 Global Environmental and Occupational Health Hub for Research Training in the Middle East and North Africa Region (GEOHealth MENA)
This study is looking at how pesticide exposure affects the health of agricultural workers, especially Syrian refugees, in the Middle East and North Africa, and aims to find ways to improve their safety and well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Yale University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New Haven, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11054566 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing environmental and occupational health in the Middle East and North Africa, particularly for agricultural workers, including refugees. It aims to build research capacity and evaluate pesticide exposure pathways among Syrian refugee agricultural workers, assessing the impact on their neurobehavioral health. The project involves collaboration between the American University of Beirut and Yale University, with a focus on understanding the social factors influencing health outcomes. By addressing these issues, the research seeks to improve health and safety standards for disadvantaged populations in the region.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include agricultural workers, especially Syrian refugees, who are exposed to pesticides in their work environment.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in agricultural work or who do not have exposure to pesticides may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and safety measures for agricultural workers, particularly among vulnerable refugee populations.
How similar studies have performed: Similar research efforts have shown promise in improving occupational health outcomes in other regions, indicating potential for success in this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
New Haven, United States
- Yale University — New Haven, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mowafi, Hani — Yale University
- Study coordinator: Mowafi, Hani
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.