Understanding how climate change affects human health
Official title: PURE-Climate: Identifying and Adapting to Climate Change as a Modifiable Risk Factor for Human Health
Funded at Oregon State University · NIH-11141323 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how climate change affects health, especially in countries with fewer resources, by exploring both the immediate dangers like severe weather and the long-term health problems that can arise from climate issues, all while using data to find out what helps people stay healthy or makes them more at risk.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Oregon State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Corvallis, United States) |
| Project start | September 3, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $595,043 |
| NIH project number | 1R56ES035095-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11141323 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals living in low and middle-income countries who are affected by climate-related health issues.
✕Less likely to help
Patients living in high-income countries with minimal exposure to climate-related health risks may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the health impacts of climate change, particularly in low and middle-income countries. It aims to identify both direct effects, such as extreme weather events, and indirect effects, like chronic health issues related to climate factors. By utilizing existing data from a large cohort study, researchers will analyze how these climate-driven exposures influence health outcomes and identify factors that contribute to resilience and vulnerability. The study employs advanced geospatial methods to assess the health risks associated with climate hazards.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for protecting public health against the impacts of climate change.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the health impacts of climate change, but this specific approach is novel and aims to fill significant gaps in existing knowledge.
Where this research is happening
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Oregon State University
Corvallis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hystad, Perry W — Oregon State University
- Study coordinator: Hystad, Perry W
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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.