New scoping review report available on the health effects of air pollution in East Africa

Exposure to air pollution continues to be an important risk factor for poor health across East Africa. Currently, air pollution is the second leading factor for deaths in the region, accounting for an estimated 294,000 deaths in 2021. HEI has published a new Scoping Review Report, “Health Effects of Air Pollution in East Africa: Current Evidence and Priorities for Future Action."

Three new reports on air pollution exposure and health

HEI recently published three Research Reports:

• Effect of Air Pollution Reductions on Mortality During the COVID-19 Lockdowns in Early 2020 (Research Report 224)
• Air Pollution Exposure, Prefrontal Connectivity, and Emotional Behavior in Early Adolescence (Research Report 225)
• Comparison of Long-Term Air Pollution Exposure from Mobile and Routine Monitoring, Low-Cost Sensors, and Dispersion Models (Research Report 226)

Congratulations to the following winners of the 2025 Jane Warren Award!

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New Satellite-Derived Air Quality Funding Opportunity

New study looks at impact of emissions reductions on birth outcomes

HEI has published a new Research Report, Impacts of Vehicle Emission Regulations and Local Congestion Policies on Birth Outcomes Associated with Traffic Air Pollution, which presents a study led by Perry Hystad of Oregon State University.

HEI Vice President Robert O'Keefe announces retirement

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Dear Friends, 

New State of Global Air Asia regional report details latest data on air quality and health impacts in Central, South and Southeast Asia

Air pollution is the leading environmental risk factor for poor health in Central, South and Southeast Asia. Residents across the three regions are routinely exposed to levels of air pollution above the guidelines set by the World Health Organization, yet there is limited funding to improve air quality across the regions. This new SoGA report covers 23 countries in Asia and highlights key data and trends for each region.

New partnership to advance data and science on air pollution and health in South Asia 

Air pollution is the leading environmental health risk globally, contributing to more than 8 million deaths in 2021. Beyond the large number of deaths, exposure to air pollution affects well-being, livelihoods, and economies across the globe. The challenge is particularly severe in South Asia, where air pollution ranks as the number one risk factor for deaths in most countries. Just a few weeks ago, major cities including Lahore, Pakistan, Delhi, India, and Dhaka, Bangladesh, experienced high levels of air pollution, with impacts on visibility, daily life, economy, and public health.

Apply for the 2025 Jane Warren Award!

The Jane Warren Award invites 6 current trainees (i.e., masters students, doctoral students, or postdoctoral fellows) to present their research at the HEI Annual Conference 2025 in Austin, Texas. Three "local" applicants from the Austin area and three "non-local" applicants from anywhere in the United States will be selected. Each awardee will be invited to present their research in a short lightning talk and poster session at HEI's Annual Conference and will have conference registration fees waived.

HEI 2025 Annual Conference Abstract Submissions Now Open (Deadline for submissions is February 14, 2025)

We are pleased to announce HEI is now accepting abstract submissions for poster presentations at the HEI Annual Conference 2025 in Austin, Texas. Investigators currently funded by HEI as well as those not funded by HEI are encouraged to apply.

The work presented must not be related to an ongoing study funded by HEI. PIs on ongoing studies funded by HEI cannot be the poster presenter. HEI-funded PIs may be co-authors on submissions.

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