Events
NEXT UP! State of the Science: Drought
September 10, 12:00 p.m. ET | Online
Speaker: Dr. Jesse Berman, Associate Professor, Division of Environmental Health Sciences, University of Minnesota School of Public Health
Our State of the Science webinar series features expert speakers from across disciplines who provide a primer on what's known about the health impacts of disasters, designed for researchers working in different topic areas or who are new to the field.
Registration Opens Soon!
State of the Science: Greenspace
September 24, 12:00 p.m. ET | Online
Speaker: Dr. Peter James, Adjunct Associate Professor of Environmental Health, Harvard T. H. Chan School of Public Health
Our State of the Science webinar series features expert speakers from across disciplines who provide a primer on what's known about the health impacts of disasters, designed for researchers working in different topic areas or who are new to the field.
Registration Opens Soon!
How Environmental Pressures Alter Fungal Disease Epidemiology
July 9, 1:00 p.m. ET | Online
Facilitated by: Dr. Alexandra Heaney, Assistant Professor, University of California San Diego and Dr. Jennifer Head, Assistant Professor, University of Michigan
The panel will discuss how environmental impacts alter fungal pathogen biology and epidemiology, including impacts on food security, antifungal resistance, and expansion of disease. They will also identify current research gaps and propose collaborative apporaches to advance our knowledge.
Panelists:
Malia Ireland, DVM, MPH - Epidemiologist, Minnesota Department of Health
Martin Hönigl, MD - Associate Professor, Medical University of Graz
Asiya Gusa, PhD - Assistant Professor, Duke University School of Medicine
Amanda Weaver, PhD, MPH - University of California, Berkeley
Jennifer Head, PhD, MPH - Assistant Professor, University of Michigan School of Public Health
Jane Sykes, PhD, MBA, MPH - Professor, University of California, Davis
Urban Health Symposium - Healthy Cities for the Next Decade: A Call to Action
September 4-5 | Drexel University, Philadelphia
Hosted by Drexel University
This symposium will bring together researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to generate novel ideas for research, to stimulate debate on policy implications, and to explore health disparities.
Register by August 8
Climate and Urban Health Pre-Symposium: A Focus on the Future
Hosted by Drexel University
Join the Drexel Climate and Urban Health Research Center for a free Pre-Symposium Event before the 2025 Urban Health Symposium noted above.
Workshop: Nature, Climate, and Health: Connections for Well-Being in Aging Populations
August 21, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. ET | Online
As global populations age, maintaining quality of life and well-being among senior adults has become a key public health goal, especially given the complex health impacts associated with various environmental threats. Aging populations are particularly susceptible to environmental stressors, such as rising temperatures, air pollution, and reduced access to green and blue spaces, which can exacerbate chronic health conditions and mental health challenges. In response, public health models increasingly recognize the importance of nature-based approaches that enhance resilience and foster holistic well-being.
This workshop will explore the role of nature in mitigating stress and enhancing well-being among senior adults, with a focus on the intersections of climate and health. Based on findings from a study involving senior women in Brazil, the workshop will introduce evidence showing how engagement with natural environments—such as parks, forests, and blue spaces—can reduce stress and improve overall health and quality of life. Also, attendees will learn about the specific impacts of environmental threats on senior adults. Additionally, the workshop will address how environmental engagement and the use of restorative natural spaces may serve as preventive measures against the health risks posed by environmental threats.
Through interactive activities and discussions, participants will gain insights into practical solutions that promote well-being through nature and sustainable practices, underscoring the role of planetary health and ecological support systems in addressing the unique needs of aging populations. This session fosters a deeper understanding of integrating nature-based solutions into health promotion strategies, particularly for communities vulnerable to environmental impacts.
Moderators/Facilitators:
Giulia Catissi, Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein, Sao Paulo, Brazil
Lucas Oliveira, Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein, Sao Paulo, Brazil
Cristiane Silva, Escola Superior de Saúde de Santa Maria, Porto, Portugal
Hurricanes & Health: Understanding Risks and Fostering Resilience
August 4, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. ET | Online
This half-day virtual event will feature speakers, lightning talks, networking, and more. Talks will progress from hurricane tracking, through preparedness and response, and to health impacts and future projections. Also included will be an optional workshop with Dr. Brooke Anderson on her open source hurricaneexposure R package.
Announcing main speakers:
Dr. Edwin Sumargo, Climate Scientist, Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs
Dr. Shuai Wang, Assistant Professor & Meteorology and Climate Science Undergraduate Program Director, University of Delaware
Dr. Brooke Anderson, Associate Professor of Epidemiology at Colorado State University
John Toohey-Morales, Chief Meteorologist NBC-6, South Florida
And more to be announced soon!
The “How” of Systems Transformation: Strategies and Levers for Health-Centered Climate Action (Part 1)
July 25, 9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. ET | Online
Hosted by The National Academy of Medicine
This workshop is part of an information-gathering series to inform the Commission for the Roadmap for Transformative Action to Achieve Health for All at Net-Zero Emissions. Additional sessions August 5 and 6, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. ET.
State Policies and Efforts Addressing Health Impact of Changing Environmental Conditions
The Pew Charitable Trusts is seeking proposals from qualified organizations to evaluate current state-level policy approaches and actions aimed at addressing the health impacts of changing environmental conditions such as temperature, air quality, and weather patterns.
The selected contractor will conduct a landscape evaluation of state health agencies and their efforts to develop and implement programs that minimize negative health impacts from changing environmental conditions; to integrate environmental and health data that supports health care and public health responses to environmental events; and to develop and implement surveillance tools and predictive models that identify emerging health threats.
Contact: Patial Sherzai (PEHERFP@pewtrusts.org)
Key Dates:
- Deadline for questions and expressions of interest: July 3, 2025
- Proposal deadline: July 25, 2025
Mortality from Natural Disasters
July 22, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET | Online
Hosted by The Environmental Defense Fund
This seminar will explore how the growing threat of various natural disasters will affect mortality.
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