Improving health interventions to address climate change risks
Official title: Implementation and Evaluation Core
Funded at University of Washington · NIH-10982288 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about finding and sharing smart ways to keep people healthy as our climate changes, and it’s designed for healthcare workers and community groups who want to learn how to help their communities stay safe and healthy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Washington NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project start | September 11, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $387,260 |
| NIH project number | 1P20ES036748-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10982288 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals and communities affected by climate-related health issues.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not impacted by climate change or its health consequences may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on identifying and implementing effective strategies to reduce health risks associated with climate change. It aims to understand how to prioritize and rapidly deploy evidence-based interventions in public health and community settings. By collaborating with various stakeholders, including healthcare professionals and community organizations, the project seeks to enhance the uptake of these health innovations through training and peer-to-peer learning. The goal is to create a robust framework for implementing climate-relevant health strategies effectively.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved public health outcomes by effectively addressing the health impacts of climate change.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in implementing health interventions related to climate change, indicating that this approach has potential for impactful outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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University of Washington
Seattle, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Errett, Nicole Ann — University of Washington
- Study coordinator: Errett, Nicole Ann
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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.