Investigating environmental health disparities in Chicago communities
Chicago UP on the Environmental Health Sciences
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO · NIH-11035698
This study is looking at how pollution affects health in Chicago's South and West Sides, especially for different racial and ethnic groups, and it offers training and support for people interested in environmental health careers while working closely with the community.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (CHICAGO, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11035698 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing significant racial and ethnic disparities in disease risk and outcomes in Chicago's South and West Sides, which are urban areas facing environmental justice challenges. The project aims to provide multidisciplinary training in environmental health research, emphasizing community engagement and the study of pollutants in air, water, and soil. Participants will have the opportunity to engage with clinician, laboratory, and population scientists to understand and evaluate the impact of environmental factors on health. The initiative also seeks to encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to pursue careers in environmental health through mentoring and research opportunities.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are residents of Chicago's South and West Sides, particularly those from racial and ethnic minority groups who are affected by environmental health issues.
Not a fit: Patients living outside of Chicago or those not facing environmental health disparities may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and reduced environmental health disparities for affected communities.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives focused on environmental health disparities have shown promise in improving community health outcomes, indicating that this approach is both relevant and potentially impactful.
Where this research is happening
CHICAGO, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO — CHICAGO, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: ASCHEBROOK-KILFOY, BRISEIS A — UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO
- Study coordinator: ASCHEBROOK-KILFOY, BRISEIS A
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.