Investigating COVID-19 impacts in crisis-affected populations
GH21-004, COVID-19 and related public health threats in populations affected by crises: a multi-disciplinary, collaborative research programme
This study is looking at how COVID-19 and other health challenges affect people in crisis-affected countries like the Democratic Republic of Congo, Somalia, South Sudan, and Sudan, and it aims to help local communities gather important health information to improve their responses to these issues.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | London Sch/hygiene & Tropical Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (London, United Kingdom) |
| Project ID | NIH-10913285 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research program focuses on understanding the effects of COVID-19 and other public health threats in populations affected by crises, particularly in countries like the Democratic Republic of Congo, Somalia, South Sudan, and Sudan. It aims to strengthen local public health research capabilities and employs community-led surveillance and data science methods to gather relevant data. The program will explore the direct and indirect impacts of COVID-19, including changes in health behaviors and the burden of non-communicable diseases. By generating evidence on these issues, the research seeks to inform better public health responses in crisis situations.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals living in crisis-affected regions who are experiencing the impacts of COVID-19 and related public health threats.
Not a fit: Patients not residing in the targeted crisis-affected countries may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved public health strategies and interventions for vulnerable populations affected by crises.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in similar approaches, particularly in understanding public health impacts in crisis settings, but this program aims to expand and innovate on those methods.
Where this research is happening
London, United Kingdom
- London Sch/hygiene & Tropical Medicine — London, United Kingdom (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Checchi, Francesco — London Sch/hygiene & Tropical Medicine
- Study coordinator: Checchi, Francesco
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 below.