Training students in new technologies for detecting environmental contaminants
New York Training Center for Emerging Technologies in Industrial Hygiene
This study is all about helping students learn how to use new tools and apps to detect pollution in the workplace, so they can better protect people's health from environmental risks.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10911302 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the training of industrial hygiene students by incorporating new sensor technologies and smartphone applications for detecting environmental pollutants. The program aims to provide hands-on experience with state-of-the-art tools that measure various workplace exposures, including volatile organic compounds and ultraviolet radiation. Collaborations with multiple CUNY institutions will enrich the educational curriculum and research opportunities, ultimately preparing students to better manage environmental health risks. The initiative seeks to improve the understanding and application of these technologies in real-world settings.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation would be students pursuing degrees in industrial hygiene or related fields who are interested in environmental health.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in industrial hygiene education or do not have an interest in environmental health technologies may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better-trained professionals who can effectively monitor and control environmental hazards in the workplace.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in utilizing new sensor technologies for environmental monitoring, indicating that this approach is promising and builds on established methods.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Pavilonis, Brian Thomas — Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy
- Study coordinator: Pavilonis, Brian Thomas
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.