From BYU Faculty
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Saving People in Harm's Way
In this podcast episode, BYU geologist Ron Harris shares how the devastating 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami inspired him to move beyond forecasting natural disasters and focus on preventing their human impact.
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Post-Disaster Reconstruction
This research highlights the importance of prioritizing infrastructure reconstruction strategically after disasters, emphasizing that coordinated decision-making can improve recovery and resilience.
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Homelessness Exit Strategies
This research explores how goal setting and motivation influences efforts to exit homelessness. It examines how concepts from organizational behavior and workplace motivation can help explain successful transitions out of homelessness.
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Nutrition for Unhoused
Researchers adapted the SNAP-Ed "Create Better Health" curriculum to better meet the needs of people in transitional housing, demonstrating that community-informed, practical health education can help individuals as they transition out of homelessness.
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Disaster Training
Disaster training is considered a standard of nursing practice. Most nurses lack sufficient training in disaster nursing. Simulation is an effective means in preparing.
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Global Water Intelligence Can Empower Decision-Makers to Solve Local Water Challenges
Global water intelligence platforms can help address local water challenges by providing accessible, reliable hydrologic forecasts that support disaster preparedness, water management, and climate resilience when combined with local data and decision-making systems.
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Child Food Insecurity
School meals are one of the most effective population-level tools to reduce child food insecurity. For many students, school breakfast and lunch provide the most reliable source of daily nutrition.
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Family History Employment for the Unhoused
Providing accessible work opportunities, training, and support can empower unhoused individuals to gain stability, develop skills, and improve their quality of life.
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