Johns Hopkins Total Worker Health Center focusing on mental health
Official title: Johns Hopkins P.O.E. Total Worker Health Center in Mental Health (POE Center)
Funded at Johns Hopkins University · NIH-11623433 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A nationwide center at Johns Hopkins is working to improve mental health and well-being among workers by studying workplace health strategies and translating findings into practical tools.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2021 |
| Project end | August 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $1,399,271 |
| NIH project number | 6U19OH012297-05M002 |
| Project ID | NIH-11623433 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Not applicable in the usual clinical sense since this is a workplace health initiative, but it could benefit workers across many industries and roles.
✕Less likely to help
Some workplaces may see limited impact if interventions do not fit their specific context or resources.
What this research studies
This grant supports a multi-site effort at Johns Hopkins to explore how workplace policies, programs, and environments affect workers’ mental health. Researchers will collect data, implement evidence-based practices, and develop resources that employers can use to support employee well-being. The project emphasizes real-world application to reduce stress, burnout, and mental health barriers in diverse work settings. Outcomes will help organizations adopt healthier workplace norms and policies, with attention to equity and accessibility.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the program could provide employers with proven approaches to protect and improve workers’ mental health and overall productivity.
How similar studies have gone: Prior workplace health initiatives have improved employee well-being when tailored to the workforce, but results vary by setting and population.
Where this research is happening
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Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Davis, Meghan F. — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Davis, Meghan F.
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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.