Training program for addressing water contamination and health effects
Research Experience & Training Core
This program is all about helping scientists and researchers learn how to deal with harmful substances in our water and understand how they affect our health, so they can find better solutions for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Yale University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New Haven, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10868595 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program focuses on educating and training scientists, engineers, and biomedical researchers to tackle issues related to water contaminants and their health impacts. It emphasizes problem-based and solution-oriented research, combining expertise from public health, environmental chemistry, and engineering. Participants will engage in interdisciplinary training, community outreach, and risk communication to enhance their skills and knowledge in environmental health. The program aims to prepare trainees to effectively address emerging health questions related to hazardous environmental chemicals.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include individuals interested in environmental health, particularly those affected by water contamination.
Not a fit: Patients who are not impacted by water contaminants or those not engaged in environmental health research may not receive direct benefits from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved methods for identifying and mitigating health risks associated with water contaminants.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research initiatives in environmental health and training programs have shown success in improving community health outcomes and advancing scientific knowledge.
Where this research is happening
New Haven, United States
- Yale University — New Haven, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chen, Ying — Yale University
- Study coordinator: Chen, Ying
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.