Improving occupational health and safety education in the Midwest
Official title: The Heartland Center for Occupational Health and Safety Education and Research Center
Funded at University of Iowa · NIH-10973875 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about improving training for health and safety workers in Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska, so they can better prevent workplace injuries and illnesses.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Iowa NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Iowa City, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $1,800,000 |
| NIH project number | 2T42OH008491-19 |
| Project ID | NIH-10973875 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include current and aspiring occupational health and safety professionals in the Midwest.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in occupational health and safety or who do not work in industries covered by this initiative may not receive any benefit.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the training and education of occupational health and safety professionals in Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska. By developing graduate-level programs and continuing education opportunities, the Heartland Center aims to equip professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to reduce workplace injuries and illnesses. The initiative seeks to address the high rates of occupational disease and injury in the region by strengthening the workforce dedicated to health and safety.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a significant reduction in workplace injuries and illnesses, improving the overall health and safety of workers in the region.
How similar studies have gone: Similar educational initiatives in occupational health and safety have shown success in improving workforce capabilities and reducing workplace hazards.
Where this research is happening
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University of Iowa
Iowa City, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: O'shaughnessy, Patrick T — University of Iowa
- Study coordinator: O'shaughnessy, Patrick T
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.