Training for professionals in industrial hygiene and environmental health
Official title: Great Plains Training for Industrial Hygiene Practice and Research
Funded at University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr · NIH-10974302 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about improving graduate programs at the University of Oklahoma to help students learn how to spot and manage environmental dangers that can affect people's health, preparing them for careers in industrial hygiene and environmental health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Oklahoma City, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $150,000 |
| NIH project number | 2T03OH008614-21 |
| Project ID | NIH-10974302 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this program include individuals seeking advanced education in industrial hygiene and environmental health, particularly those interested in careers in academia or research.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not pursuing a career in industrial hygiene or environmental health may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing graduate education in industrial hygiene and environmental health sciences at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. It aims to prepare students for careers that involve identifying and managing environmental hazards that can impact human health. The program includes a Master of Science degree and a Doctor of Philosophy degree, emphasizing both theoretical knowledge and practical experience through coursework and field practice. Students will learn to apply scientific principles to real-world challenges in occupational health.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a more skilled workforce capable of effectively managing environmental health risks, ultimately improving public health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Similar educational programs have successfully trained professionals in related fields, indicating a strong potential for success in this initiative.
Where this research is happening
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University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr
Oklahoma City, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Floyd, Evan Lee — University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr
- Study coordinator: Floyd, Evan Lee
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.