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Primary Submission Category: Environmental factors
Paths Forward for Environmental Health: Preliminary Survey Results
Authors: Jane E. Clougherty, Seulkee Heo, Michelle Bell,
Presenting Author: Jane Clougherty*
Introduction
Environmental health faces declining funding and public support for science. While this raises an array of challenges for scholars, it may also present an opportunity for new paths forward for environmental and public health.
Methods
We are conducting a one-question Qualtrics survey via email snowball sample to U.S. environmental health researchers inviting “brave, creative solutions… (towards) identifying those creative paths forward that may help us build a stronger, more resilient future for environmental health.” The survey is ongoing.
Results
We received over 100 responses to date. Senior scholars suggested means of diversifying funding streams, and junior scholars suggested broadening training to permit career flexibility. Responses reflect both institutional reforms and individual strategies.
Discussion
When the survey is completed, we will compile responses, identify key themes and novel suggestions, and distribute results in various forms. We aim for such work to inform innovative solutions to strengthen the field’s resilience and best protect public health.