Managing the Anga Center for climate change and health research in East Africa
Official title: Anga Center Administrative Core
Funded at Columbia Univ New York Morningside · NIH-10982426 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This project is all about making sure that researchers and community members in East Africa can work together better on climate change and health issues, creating a friendly space for everyone to share ideas and make decisions together.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Columbia Univ New York Morningside NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | September 23, 2024 |
| Project end | March 13, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $236,930 |
| NIH project number | 1P20TW012808-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10982426 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include individuals and communities in East Africa affected by climate change and health disparities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside of East Africa or those not engaged in climate change or health-related issues may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This project focuses on the effective management of the Anga Center, which aims to enhance sustainability and equity in climate change and health research in East Africa. The Administrative Core will create collaborative spaces for researchers and stakeholders, facilitating both in-person and virtual engagement. It will implement strategic planning, oversee resources, and ensure transparent communication and accountability among diverse partners. By prioritizing equitable partnerships, the project seeks to address historical power dynamics and foster a collaborative environment for decision-making.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved collaboration and more effective health and climate change initiatives in East Africa.
How similar studies have gone: Similar collaborative approaches in health and climate research have shown promise in fostering effective partnerships and improving outcomes, indicating that this approach is both relevant and potentially impactful.
Where this research is happening
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Columbia Univ New York Morningside
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Musyimi, Christine Wayua — Columbia Univ New York Morningside
- Study coordinator: Musyimi, Christine Wayua
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.