Environmental Justice

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Dr. Robert D. Bullard at Texas Southern University spearheads research addressing health disparities in disaster response and climate change impact, challenging systemic racism and advocating for equitable resource distribution.
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Drs. Renée Cross and Mark P. Jones lead a Houston voter sentiment survey, revealing diverse concerns across ethnic groups. The research promises to guide policymakers in addressing pressing city needs.
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Led by Dr. Lola Adepoju, the University of Houston pioneers a $1.5 million project, developing a community-centric climate and health dashboard to address mental health impacts in Houston's vulnerable neighborhoods during natural disasters.
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Researchers Will Spend Five Years Focusing on Post-Harvey Recovery, Public Policie