October 2020 Spotlight
PROTECT Study exposes how severe hurricanes can lead to adverse birth outcomes
In a recent study published in Population and Environment, PROTECT researchers found that women in Northern Puerto Rico who were pregnant during Hurricane Maria were exposed to higher levels of phthalates, chemicals shown to be related to preterm birth, after Maria compared to before. Women who experience a severe hurricane while pregnant are at higher risk of delivering their baby early, increasing the likelihood of additional health problems for both mother and baby.
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In the News
- PROTECT Study exposes how severe hurricanes can lead to adverse birth outcomes
- Superfund Researchers Brown and Schaider collaborate on award-winning publication in the Journal Of Exposure Science And Environmental Epidemiology
- Former PROTECT Trainee Stephanie Eick receives award from ECHO Opportunities and Infrastructure Fund
- PROTECT Study shows increased levels of toxic chemicals in drinking water as a result of Hurricanes Maria & Irma
- Recent PROTECT Study uses Computational Modeling of Bubbles to improve electrochemical removal of chemical pollutants in water
- Project 3 Trainee Luisa Feliciano gives outstanding presentation on “Visual Design Consideration when Preparing Media” at recent Trainee Coffee Hour
PROTECT Calendar
Upcoming Events
2020 Annual SRP Meeting, December 14-15
Progress in Research Webinar: Vulnerable Populations, November 9
All Events Download the PROTECT Fall 2020 meetings & events calendar (updated 09/28/20)
