Supporting new research on children's health and environmental challenges
Development Core
This study is all about helping new researchers come up with creative ways to improve children's health in cities, especially by tackling problems like air pollution, and it offers training and support to make their ideas even better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Southern California NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10992604 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on nurturing and mentoring new investigators who are developing innovative strategies to address children's environmental health issues. It aims to create programs that tackle urgent challenges related to air pollution and urban living, particularly affecting children. The initiative includes training opportunities across various fields, such as communication and urban design, to enhance understanding and solutions in children's health. By funding pilot projects, the research seeks to increase the impact and effectiveness of environmental health studies.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years living in urban areas affected by air pollution.
Not a fit: Patients who are older than 11 years or those living in areas with minimal environmental health concerns may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for children by identifying and mitigating the effects of environmental hazards.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in addressing children's health issues through interdisciplinary approaches, making this initiative a promising continuation of those efforts.
Where this research is happening
Los Angeles, UNITED STATES
- University of Southern California — Los Angeles, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mcconnell, Rob S — University of Southern California
- Study coordinator: Mcconnell, Rob S
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.