NIOSH Centers of Excellence for Total Worker Health� (U19)

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is seeking applications for the NIOSH Centers of Excellence for Total Worker Health (U19) program. The purpose of this program is to support research and translation activities to prevent harmful exposures, improve working conditions, and advance worker well-being. The program will focus on priority areas such as high-risk occupations, young workers, chronic disease, mental health, and substance use disorder. Applicants must propose a mix of research projects, including small and large research projects, and may include a pilot/feasibility program. The program requires the use of the NIOSH Worker Well-Being Questionnaire (WellBQ) and sharing data with the HERO Worker Well-Being Clearinghouse. • High-risk occupations: First responders, vehicle mechanics, and technicians, with emphasis on occupational exposures, related health risks, and prevention strategies • Young workers, SMEs • Chronic disease • Mental health, stress • Substance use disorder • Artificial intelligence (AI), digital technologies