Understanding how climate change affects health in the Middle East and North Africa.
2/2 GeoHealth Hub for Climate Change and Health in the Middle East and North Africa-U.S.
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN DIEGO · NIH-11084425
This study is looking at how climate change affects health in the Middle East and North Africa, like through heat waves and air pollution, and it aims to help local communities in countries like Jordan, Lebanon, and Morocco by providing research and training to tackle these health challenges together.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN DIEGO (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (LA JOLLA, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11084425 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the health impacts of climate change in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), focusing on issues such as heat waves, air pollution, and the spread of infectious diseases. It aims to establish a GeoHealth Hub that will conduct research and provide training on climate-related health challenges in countries like Jordan, Lebanon, and Morocco. The project will also analyze the cost-effectiveness of various environmental health policies to help local governments implement effective interventions. By combining research with training, the initiative seeks to build local capacity to address these pressing health issues.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include individuals living in the Middle East and North Africa who are affected by climate-related health issues.
Not a fit: Patients living outside the MENA region or those not impacted by climate change may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for populations affected by climate change in the MENA region.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in addressing climate-related health impacts, making this approach both relevant and timely.
Where this research is happening
LA JOLLA, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN DIEGO — LA JOLLA, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: AL-DELAIMY, WAEL K — UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN DIEGO
- Study coordinator: AL-DELAIMY, WAEL K
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.
Conditions: Communicable Diseases