Award
NIH Reporter #1R01OH012859-01A1
Enhancing Occupational Safety and Health: Understanding Concussions Among Law Enforcement Officers
Recipient
Ohio State University
Award Amount
$525,076.00
Ceiling
$525,076.00
Awarded
August 24, 2026
Identifier
1R01OH012859-01A1
A research project funded by NIOSH to study work-related concussions in law enforcement officers, aiming to develop guidelines and training to improve safety and health outcomes.
Description
This study will examine work-related concussions (WRCs) in law enforcement and corrections officers (LEOs), focusing on mechanisms, health effects, recovery timelines, and predictors of persistent symptoms. It aims to develop evidence-based management strategies to improve health outcomes, safety, and operational effectiveness of LEOs nationwide.