Measuring the Impact of Environmental Health Research
Author Information
Author(s): Jill A. Engel-Cox, Bennett Van Houten, Jerry Phelps, Shyanika W. Rose
Primary Institution: Battelle Memorial Institute
Hypothesis
How can we effectively measure the contribution of environmental health research programs to improvements in human health, the environment, and the economy?
Conclusion
The developed logic model helps to link environmental health research to long-term outcomes, demonstrating its impact on human health and the environment.
Supporting Evidence
- The logic model outlines pathways for contributions by various institutional partners in environmental health research.
- It emphasizes the need for outcome-based metrics to assess the effectiveness of research programs.
- The model has been applied to specific research applications within the NIEHS.
Takeaway
This study created a model to show how research on environmental health can help improve people's health and the environment over time.
Methodology
The study involved expert input and literature research to develop a logic model for measuring research impact.
Potential Biases
There may be challenges in demonstrating the link between research outputs and long-term outcomes.
Limitations
The model does not account for all factors influencing health outcomes and lacks direct attribution of research to specific outcomes.
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