Solution

Tools for public health factor interconnectivity

This solution addresses gaps in understanding public health factor interconnectivity in United States for regional/local governments, public health professionals, researchers, etc.

Problem Description

The urban environment, comprised of both the built and natural environment, has a strong impact on the health of an urban area's residents. Understanding how urban interventions such as transportation and land use contribute directly or indirectly to various types of public health (e.g., air pollution and asthma) can be difficult to approximate. More and more tools are coming into existence to help decision makers cope with this gap in planning phases to make sure their decisions are informed.

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Solution Stage

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STAGE SPECIALIST SKILLS REQUIRED EXAMPLE ACTIVITIES RISK LEVEL AND HANDLING FINANCE REQUIRED KINDS OF EVIDENCE GENERATED GOAL
Making the case4
Business development and evaluation
  • Market sizing, development and testing
  • Business case analysis
  • Identifying cashable savings
  • Prepare to adapt approach, based on evaluation results and user feedback
MEDIUM
  • Grant funding or funding out of investment
MEDIUM
A stronger case with cost and benefit projections developed through practical trials and experiments, involving potential users
Clarity about what warrants implementation and funding

Submitted By

Janae Futrell
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