$2.2M grant to increase understanding of the relationship between illegal dumping and community violence
Michigan Public Health researchers were awarded a $2.2M grant to research the relationship between illegal dumping and community violence.
Urban Health
$1.2M grant to support research on vacant lot reuse and community violence prevention
A new study led by University of Michigan School of Public Health researchers will examine the impact of high vacancy in urban areas on the rate of violence. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention provided a three-year grant of $1.2 million to investigate the short- and long-term effects of vacant lot reuse projects on total violent crime incidents and injury.
Michigan Public Health Invests $1M to Tackle Major Public Health Issues Through Multidisciplinary Initiative
The University of Michigan School of Public Health has announced a $1 million investment to establish a new Public Health IDEAS initiative that will advance research and engagement in key areas and achieve meaningful, lasting impact. IDEAS represents Interdisciplinary Discovery, Engagement + Actions for Society.
Michigan Utilities Should Prioritize Public Health Inequities in Retirement Plans, Regulator Says
Amy Schulz Quoted by Energy News Network
The Michigan Public Service Commission is seeking input on how it can ensure utilities incorporate environmental justice as they transition to clean energy.
Learning Public Health Practice in a Virtual World
Q&A with Elizabeth Zaebst
A hypothetical college football game—a familiar scenario for Michigan students—provided the backdrop to a remote preparedness exercise for public health students and the Washtenaw County Health Department. Familiarity with the Big House and surrounding terrain helped the students focus on how to keep everyone healthy.
COVID-19, Aerosols, and Ventilation
Q&A with Aurora Le
As the weather gets colder and we find ourselves inside for longer periods of time, how can we avoid aerosolized droplets becoming a problem for disease transmission in our public buildings? Dr. Aurora Le walks us through some basic steps any building occupant or manager can take to mitigate risk of COVID-19 spread.