Investigating how water handling and seasonal changes affect drinking water safety in children in Mozambique
Official title: Assessing the impact of water handling practices and seasonality on the effectiveness of a drinking water intervention in Beira, Mozambique
Funded at University of Washington · NIH-10901547 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how families in Beira, Mozambique manage their drinking water and how changes in the seasons affect the safety of that water, especially for babies under a year old, to see if improvements in water systems really help keep them healthy and free from diarrhea.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Washington NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project start | August 14, 2024 |
| Project end | August 13, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $48,974 |
| NIH project number | 1F31AI183829-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10901547 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are children under 12 months of age living in Beira, Mozambique, who are at risk of waterborne diseases.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are older than 12 months or those living outside of Beira, Mozambique may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research examines how the way families handle drinking water and seasonal variations impact the safety and effectiveness of drinking water interventions in Beira, Mozambique. By analyzing data from household surveys and microbiological tests, the study aims to understand the transmission of harmful pathogens that cause diarrhea in children under 12 months old. The research will focus on both acute and chronic health outcomes related to upgraded drinking water systems, providing insights into the effectiveness of these interventions in real-world settings.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved drinking water safety practices that significantly reduce diarrhea and related health issues in young children.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that improving water handling practices can enhance the effectiveness of drinking water interventions, suggesting that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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University of Washington
Seattle, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kann, Rebecca Shields — University of Washington
- Study coordinator: Kann, Rebecca Shields
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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.