Reducing harmful chemicals in drinking water in Appalachia
A university-community partnership to reduce exposure to disinfection byproducts in Appalachia
This study is working with local groups to find out where harmful chemicals in drinking water come from and to help keep residents safe by improving water quality and sharing helpful information about water safety.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Kentucky NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lexington, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10979152 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on a partnership between a university and community organizations to address the issue of disinfection byproducts in drinking water. The project aims to identify sources of these harmful chemicals and develop strategies to minimize exposure among residents. By engaging with local communities, the research seeks to implement practical solutions that can improve water quality and public health. The methodology includes community assessments, water testing, and educational outreach to raise awareness about water safety.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are residents of Appalachia who are concerned about the quality of their drinking water.
Not a fit: Patients living outside of the Appalachia region or those not exposed to disinfection byproducts may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer drinking water and improved health outcomes for residents in Appalachia.
How similar studies have performed: Similar community-based interventions have shown success in improving water quality and public health in other regions.
Where this research is happening
Lexington, United States
- University of Kentucky — Lexington, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Unrine, Jason — University of Kentucky
- Study coordinator: Unrine, Jason
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.