Training future scientists in children's environmental health
Development Core
This study is all about training new scientists to help improve children's health in relation to the environment, by giving them hands-on experience and support from experienced mentors in different fields.
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 ID | NIH-10992132 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing the next generation of scientists dedicated to children's environmental health. It involves a collaborative approach where trainees receive mentorship from experienced faculty across various disciplines, including pediatric medicine and epidemiology. The program offers hands-on training, access to essential resources, and opportunities to engage in community-based research. By fostering a supportive environment, the initiative aims to enhance the skills and knowledge of early career investigators in addressing critical health issues affecting children.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include children aged 0-11 years who may be affected by environmental health factors.
Not a fit: Patients outside the age range of 0-11 years or those not impacted by environmental health issues may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and interventions for environmental health issues impacting children.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research in community-engaged approaches to children's health has shown promise, indicating that this model could be effective.
Where this research is happening
Baltimore, United States
- Johns Hopkins University — Baltimore, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hansel, Nadia N — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Hansel, Nadia N
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.