Improving health and well-being in East Africa through climate justice and community engagement
Official title: Anga Center Community Collaborative Core
Funded at Columbia Univ New York Morningside · NIH-10982428 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping communities in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania deal with health problems caused by climate change, and it involves local people in finding solutions together to improve their well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Columbia Univ New York Morningside NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | September 23, 2024 |
| Project end | March 13, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $271,971 |
| NIH project number | 1P20TW012808-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10982428 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include community members and organizations from Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania who are affected by climate change and health disparities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients living outside of East Africa or those not directly impacted by climate change may not receive benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the health impacts of climate change in East Africa, particularly for vulnerable communities. It aims to empower local populations in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania by involving them in the research process and fostering collaboration among community members and organizations. The project seeks to build research capacity and develop interventions that promote health equity and well-being in the face of climate-related challenges. By engaging with these communities, the research aims to create sustainable solutions that address both climate and health issues.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and resilience for communities affected by climate change in East Africa.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in community-based approaches to health and climate issues, indicating that this collaborative method could be effective.
Where this research is happening
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Columbia Univ New York Morningside
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Muhanguzi, Florence Kyoheirwe — Columbia Univ New York Morningside
- Study coordinator: Muhanguzi, Florence Kyoheirwe
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.