UIC Center for Healthy Work
Funded at University of Illinois at Chicago · NIH-11623427 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A national program led by UIC aims to improve the health and well-being of workers through collaborative research and practical solutions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Illinois at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | September 1, 2021 |
| Project end | August 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $931,923 |
| NIH project number | 6U19OH011232-10M003 |
| Project ID | NIH-11623427 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Not applicable to a specific patient group in this grant; aims to improve worker health broadly, including adults in diverse occupations.
✕Less likely to help
There may be no direct personal benefit for individuals not engaged in workplaces targeted by the program.
What this research studies
This NIH grant supports a collaborative effort to study and improve health in the workplace. It brings together researchers to create evidence-based approaches that help people stay healthy while on the job. The work will translate findings into real-world tools and recommendations that employers, clinicians, and workers can use to reduce illness and improve safety and productivity. The program runs across several years and involves coordination across researchers, communities, and institutions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the program could lead to healthier work environments, fewer injuries, and better overall wellness for workers.
How similar studies have gone: Past work in workplace health has shown improvements when collaborative, multi-site approaches are used, though exact results will depend on implementation.
Where this research is happening
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University of Illinois at Chicago
Chicago, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Almberg, Kirsten Staggs — University of Illinois at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Almberg, Kirsten Staggs
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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.