Improving health outcomes related to climate change
Official title: Development Core
Funded at University of Cincinnati · NIH-10983140 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how climate change affects health, especially for people who are more at risk, and it aims to support new researchers and find ways to improve health outcomes through teamwork and innovative projects.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Cincinnati NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cincinnati, United States) |
| Project start | September 26, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $315,032 |
| NIH project number | 1P20ES036792-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10983140 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals from vulnerable populations who are disproportionately affected by climate change.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not impacted by climate change or do not belong to vulnerable populations may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the understanding of how climate change impacts health, particularly for vulnerable populations. It aims to stimulate innovative, transdisciplinary research that addresses health outcomes and potential interventions related to climate change. The project will also support the development of early career researchers and educate future leaders in this field. By providing funding for pilot projects, the initiative seeks to foster collaboration and generate impactful findings that can improve public health.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for communities affected by climate change.
How similar studies have gone: Other research initiatives focusing on climate change and health have shown promise in addressing health disparities and improving community resilience.
Where this research is happening
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University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Brunst, Kelly J — University of Cincinnati
- Study coordinator: Brunst, Kelly J
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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.