Training programs for improving worker health and safety
Official title: Graduate Training in Occupational Health Psychology and Total Worker Health
Funded at Portland State University · NIH-10849607 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about training future experts in Occupational Health Psychology to help make workplaces safer and healthier for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Portland State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Portland, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2020 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $143,798 |
| NIH project number | 5T03OH008435-20 |
| Project ID | NIH-10849607 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this program are doctoral students interested in pursuing careers in Occupational Health Psychology and related fields.
✕Less likely to help
Individuals not pursuing advanced degrees in health psychology or related disciplines may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This program focuses on training doctoral students in Occupational Health Psychology and Total Worker Health, aiming to enhance workplace safety and well-being. The initiative combines various disciplines, including psychology, public health, and industrial engineering, to develop effective strategies for improving work-life quality. By educating future professionals, the program seeks to create a workforce equipped to address health and safety challenges in various occupational settings.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health and safety practices in workplaces, benefiting employees and employers alike.
How similar studies have gone: Previous iterations of this training program have successfully contributed to the field of Occupational Health Psychology, indicating a strong foundation for continued success.
Where this research is happening
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Portland State University
Portland, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Yang, Liuqin — Portland State University
- Study coordinator: Yang, Liuqin
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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.