Announcements

HEI names new president

June 21, 2023

The Health Effects Institute’s Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Elena Craft as the organization’s new President, bringing more than two decades of experience in expert scientific research and science communications that informs important air quality and public health decisions.

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New study examines air pollution’s health impact across Asia

May 31, 2023
Cover of HEI Research Report 213

Much of what is currently known about the adverse effects of ambient air pollution comes from studies conducted in high-income regions, especially North America and Europe, with relatively low air pollution levels.

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First cohort of summer fellows selected

April 7, 2023

HEI is pleased to announce the first group of summer interns in our inaugural Summer Fellowship Program, which supports undergraduate students from backgrounds underrepresented in the environmental health sciences. 

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HEI 2023 Jane Warren Award winners

April 3, 2023

HEI is excited to showcase the work of the 2023 Jane Warren Conference Award winners at HEI’s Annual Conference to be held Sunday, April 30th, through Tuesday, May 2nd, at the Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel in Boston, Massachusetts.   

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HEI releases 2022 Annual Report

March 15, 2023

We’re pleased to share with you the Health Effects Institute’s 2022 Annual Report: Insights that Endure: Investing in Science for Lasting Impact.

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Workshop on air pollution and health in East Africa

March 13, 2023

The workshop will review the status of current data and evidence on air quality and health effects of air pollution in the region and connections to current policy debate and actions. Make plans to join us virtually during this exciting 3-day event!

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