Investigating the health impacts of climate change on urban populations
Official title: Climate & Health Actionable Research and Translation Center
Funded at Emory University · NIH-10835460 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how climate change impacts the health of people living in cities, especially those in communities that may not have enough resources, and it aims to find ways to help improve their health by addressing issues like heat and air pollution.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emory University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project start | September 26, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $3,854,931 |
| NIH project number | 1P20ES036110-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10835460 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living in urban areas, particularly those from low-income and minority communities who are vulnerable to climate-related health risks.
✕Less likely to help
Patients living in rural areas or those not affected by climate change may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how climate change affects the health and wellbeing of people living in cities, particularly in under-resourced communities. It aims to identify the health risks associated with climate factors like heat exposure and air pollution. By collaborating with community and academic partners, the project seeks to translate research findings into actionable strategies that can improve health outcomes. The research will also develop resources to support further studies and interventions in climate and health.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for urban populations affected by climate change.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in addressing health disparities related to climate change in urban settings, indicating that this approach has potential for meaningful impact.
Where this research is happening
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Emory University
Atlanta, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Liu, Yang — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Liu, Yang
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.