PEPH is a network of scientists, community members, educators, healthcare providers, public health officials, and policymakers who share the goal of increasing the impact of environmental public health research at the local, regional, and national level. PEPH defines environmental public health as the science of conducting and translating research into action to address environmental exposures and health risks of concern to the public.
Grantees: for information on how to access the PEPH Resource Center, please contact Liam O'Fallon or Kevin T. O'Donovan. You can also visit the NIEHS Research Partners webpage to access the Resource Center and other NIEHS shared datasets and applications.
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PEPH Evaluation Metrics Manual
This manual provides examples of tangible metrics that NIEHS grantees and program staff can use for both planning and evaluation of environmental public health activities. -
PEPH Resources
The educational and outreach materials on this webpage have been developed by PEPH grantees and their community partners. -
PEPH Newsletter
Check out the latest issue of the PEPH Newsletter. To received it in your inbox, e-mail peph@niehs.nih.gov. -
Funding Opportunities
This section lists and describes the various funding opportunity accouncements that are PEPH-related. -
PEPH on Twitter
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PEPH Grantee Highlight
NIEHS grantee Shawn Gibbs, Ph.D., is a certified industrial hygienist and professor of environmental and occupational health at the Indiana University School of Public Health, Bloomington. -
PEPH Podcast: Vapor Intrusion and Your Health
In this podcast, we’ll hear how researchers are working to better characterize and predict vapor intrusion so they can help communities understand what it may mean for their health. We will also share tips for improving the air quality in your home.
Grantee Highlights
Shawn Gibbs, Ph.D. – Advancing Infectious Disease Preparedness Beyond Healthcare
Chris Cain – Promoting Training and Career Opportunities for Construction Workers
NIEHS grantee Chris Trahan Cain is passionate about improving the health and safety of workers in the construction, trade, and energy industries.
Kerry Butch — Truck Counts and Air Quality Monitoring on First Street
NIEHS grantee Kerry Margaret Butch aims to create healthier communities in New Jersey by informing residents about potential environmental health concerns that might be present in their own communities.
PEPH Podcasts
Vapor Intrusion and Your Health
July 19, 2018
In this podcast, we’ll hear how researchers are working to better characterize and predict vapor intrusion so they can help communities understand what it may mean for their health. We will also share tips for improving the air quality in your home.
Harmful Algal Blooms and Your Health
June 20, 2018
In this podcast, hear more about the adverse impacts of toxins from harmful algal blooms on human health, ecosystems, and the economy. In addition, learn how scientists are exploring the use of toxins and other chemicals released by these algae to treat certain diseases.
Circadian Rhythm and Your Health
May 17, 2018
In this podcast, Helmut Zarbl, Ph.D., discusses his research on circadian rhythms, and highlights why people who work night shifts and are frequently exposed to nighttime light have increased rates of certain types of cancer.
Program Lead
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Liam O'Fallon, M.A.
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Tel 984-287-3298
Fax 919-316-4606
ofallon@niehs.nih.gov
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