Training leaders in occupational health and safety
Official title: Harvard TH Chan Education and Research Center for Occupational Safety and Health
Funded at Harvard School of Public Health · NIH-11140943 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping future leaders learn how to keep workplaces safe and healthy, so if you're interested in making a difference in occupational health and safety, this program will give you the training and hands-on experience you need!
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Harvard School of Public Health NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $301,645 |
| NIH project number | 6T42OH008416-20M001 |
| Project ID | NIH-11140943 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include graduate students and professionals seeking advanced training in occupational health and safety.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in occupational health fields or who do not seek training in this area may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on educating and training future leaders in the field of occupational health and safety. Through a combination of coursework and practical field experiences, graduate students will explore current workplace health issues and learn effective methods for creating safe work environments. The program includes specialized training in areas such as industrial hygiene, occupational medicine, and epidemiology, preparing students for impactful careers in both clinical practice and research. Participants will engage in hands-on internships and research projects to develop their skills and knowledge.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved workplace safety and health outcomes for workers across various industries.
How similar studies have gone: Similar educational programs in occupational health have shown success in producing qualified professionals who contribute to workplace safety improvements.
Where this research is happening
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Harvard School of Public Health
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Christiani, David C — Harvard School of Public Health
- Study coordinator: Christiani, David C
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.