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The Pediatric and Reproductive Environmental Health Scholars (PREHS) program, established in 2021, trains pediatric healthcare providers, obstetricians and gynecologists, and other healthcare professionals to address environmental health issues.
In partnership with the
Pediatric and Environmental Health Specialty Units
(PEHSUs), the PREHS program provides research experiences that weave together clinical practice in environmental health, community-level engagement, and teaching. Scholars will learn about the array of interactions — biological, psychological, social, and cultural — that occur between children, pregnant women, and new mothers and their environment.
The goal is to create a network of healthcare professionals recognized in their field for tackling the complexities of pediatric and reproductive environmental health.
Current Grantees
Emory University
Emory University and Morehouse School of Medicine faculty scholars collaborate with local community partners from a region facing environmental threats. Learn more about the project on RePORTER.
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Mount Sinai’s program for Scholars in Environmental Pediatrics, Reproductive Health, and Life Course Science serves the Region 2 PEHSU. To better address the root causes of diseases, the program strives to develop a coherent plan that integrates environmental health into initiatives related to reproductive and pediatric precision medicine. Learn more about the project on RePORTER.
University of Washington
Based in the Department of Environmental & Occupational Health Sciences, the University of Washington PREHS program partners with clinical departments within the School of Medicine as well as with the School of Public Health’s Department of Epidemiology. Scholars will be prepared to serve not only as scientists, but as clinician-advocates and trusted voices on policy and practices to improve environmental health conditions in the Region 10 PEHSU. Learn more about the project on RePORTER.
Working With PEHSUs
Pediatric and Environmental Health Specialty Units
(PEHSUs) are regional hubs of pediatric and reproductive environmental health specialists. They provide outreach, education, and consultations to advance the integration of environmental health into clinical practice and public health. PEHSUs are typically based at university medical centers and work with parents, schools and community groups, and federal, state, and local agencies, among others. Currently 10 PEHSUs serve the United States.
Program Contacts
Liam R. O'Fallon, M.A.
Health Specialist
Tel 984-287-3298
Fax 919-316-4606
[email protected]
Jennifer B. Collins
Health Specialist
Tel 984-287-3247
[email protected]
Michael C. Humble, Ph.D.
Health Scientist Administrator, Basic Science
Tel 984-287-3272
[email protected]
Related Links
Collaborative Centers in Children's Environmental Health Research and Translation
Funding Opportunity Announcement
Pediatric and Environmental Health Specialty Units
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to Top
Last Reviewed: January 05, 2026
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Pediatric and Reproductive Environmental Health Scholars (PREHS) Program
Close the left navigation
The Pediatric and Reproductive Environmental Health Scholars (PREHS) program, established in 2021, trains pediatric healthcare providers, obstetricians and gynecologists, and other healthcare professionals to address environmental health issues.
In partnership with the
Pediatric and Environmental Health Specialty Units
(PEHSUs), the PREHS program provides research experiences that weave together clinical practice in environmental health, community-level engagement, and teaching. Scholars will learn about the array of interactions — biological, psychological, social, and cultural — that occur between children, pregnant women, and new mothers and their environment.
The goal is to create a network of healthcare professionals recognized in their field for tackling the complexities of pediatric and reproductive environmental health.
Current Grantees
Emory University
Emory University and Morehouse School of Medicine faculty scholars collaborate with local community partners from a region facing environmental threats. Learn more about the project on RePORTER.
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Mount Sinai’s program for Scholars in Environmental Pediatrics, Reproductive Health, and Life Course Science serves the Region 2 PEHSU. To better address the root causes of diseases, the program strives to develop a coherent plan that integrates environmental health into initiatives related to reproductive and pediatric precision medicine. Learn more about the project on RePORTER.
University of Washington
Based in the Department of Environmental & Occupational Health Sciences, the University of Washington PREHS program partners with clinical departments within the School of Medicine as well as with the School of Public Health’s Department of Epidemiology. Scholars will be prepared to serve not only as scientists, but as clinician-advocates and trusted voices on policy and practices to improve environmental health conditions in the Region 10 PEHSU. Learn more about the project on RePORTER.
Working With PEHSUs
Pediatric and Environmental Health Specialty Units
(PEHSUs) are regional hubs of pediatric and reproductive environmental health specialists. They provide outreach, education, and consultations to advance the integration of environmental health into clinical practice and public health. PEHSUs are typically based at university medical centers and work with parents, schools and community groups, and federal, state, and local agencies, among others. Currently 10 PEHSUs serve the United States.
Program Contacts
Liam R. O'Fallon, M.A.
Health Specialist
Tel 984-287-3298
Fax 919-316-4606
[email protected]
Jennifer B. Collins
Health Specialist
Tel 984-287-3247
[email protected]
Michael C. Humble, Ph.D.
Health Scientist Administrator, Basic Science
Tel 984-287-3272
[email protected]
Related Links
Collaborative Centers in Children's Environmental Health Research and Translation
Funding Opportunity Announcement
Pediatric and Environmental Health Specialty Units
Back
to Top
Last Reviewed: January 05, 2026