Training professionals in occupational health and safety.
Official title: The University of Michigan Education and Research Center
Funded at University of Michigan at Ann Arbor · NIH-11035416 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping people get the education and training they need for exciting careers in keeping workplaces safe and healthy, with programs that cover everything from industrial hygiene to occupational health nursing.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $1,800,000 |
| NIH project number | 5T42OH008455-20 |
| Project ID | NIH-11035416 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals seeking advanced education or careers in occupational health and safety fields.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not interested in pursuing a career in occupational health or who do not require occupational health services may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on providing advanced education and training for individuals pursuing careers in occupational health and safety fields. It includes comprehensive graduate-level programs in areas such as Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health Nursing, and Occupational Safety Engineering. The program also emphasizes interdisciplinary training and research opportunities to prepare graduates for leadership roles in the industry. By fostering a strong academic environment and engaging outreach programs, the initiative aims to meet the growing demand for qualified professionals in occupational health.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance the quality and availability of trained professionals in occupational health and safety, ultimately improving workplace safety and health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Other educational programs in occupational health have shown success in training professionals and improving workplace safety, indicating that this approach is effective.
Where this research is happening
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University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Neitzel, Richard L — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Neitzel, Richard L
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.