Improving health resilience against climate change
Official title: Administrative Core
Funded at University of Cincinnati · NIH-10983137 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to create a supportive network that brings together researchers and partners to find new ways to help communities that are struggling with health issues caused by climate change.
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) | $323,441 |
| NIH project number | 1P20ES036792-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10983137 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include individuals and communities that are particularly vulnerable to the health impacts of climate change.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not affected by climate change or do not belong to vulnerable populations may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the capacity of a center focused on the intersection of climate change and health. It will establish a collaborative infrastructure that fosters innovative research and partnerships to address health challenges faced by vulnerable populations due to climate change. The project will involve coordinating activities, integrating research teams, and enhancing communication among stakeholders to ensure effective collaboration. By focusing on transdisciplinary approaches, the initiative seeks to develop sustainable solutions that improve health outcomes in affected communities.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and resilience for vulnerable populations affected by climate change.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success in collaborative approaches to address health issues related to environmental factors, indicating a promising potential for this initiative.
Where this research is happening
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University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Morrow, Ardythe L — University of Cincinnati
- Study coordinator: Morrow, Ardythe L
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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.