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The UC ERC serves needs in occupational safety and health through research, training, and education.

05/19/2026

The University of Cincinnati ERC recently visited the Johnson & Johnson Ethicon facility for an interdisciplinary tour with students, staff, and faculty.
Participants explored research and development labs, robotics and 3D printing centers, pilot testing areas, training labs, and onsite health clinics.
This visit provided insight into how collaboration across healthcare, engineering, and safety supports development of innovative technologies that protect workers and patients. 🧪🥼🤖🔬
Read the full blog here: https://med.uc.edu/depart/eh/centers/erc/erc-blog-full-story/erc-blog/2026/05/15/johnson---johnson-interdisciplinary-tour---october-30--2025

05/04/2026

hosted the 2026 Midwest Regional ERC Symposium in Ann Arbor, bringing together students, faculty, and professionals from several universities and industries. The symposium focused on the past, present, and future of occupational safety and health with emerging challenges and innovations.
Attendees were also able to tour the Ford Rouge Factory, which showed modern manufacturing, safety practices, and sustainability in action.

Read the Midwest Regional ERC Blog here: https://med.uc.edu/depart/eh/centers/erc/erc-blog-full-story/erc-blog/2026/04/29/2026-midwest-regional-education-and-research-center-symposium

Read the Ford Rouge Factory Interdisciplinary Tour Blog here: https://med.uc.edu/depart/eh/centers/erc/erc-blog-full-story/erc-blog/2026/04/29/ford-rouge-factory-interdisciplinary-tour---march-28--2026

04/01/2026

presented by the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation was a great opportunity for staff and students to connect with the occupational safety community and share work going on through the UC ERC.
Read the full blog post here: https://med.uc.edu/depart/eh/centers/erc/erc-blog-full-story/erc-blog/2026/03/16/2026-ohio-safety-congress---expo

01/15/2026

The Annual Student Research Findings Symposium highlighted workshop group projects, Target Research Training Program (TRT) presentations, and Pilot Research Project (PRP) presentations.
Read the full recap and watch presentations here: https://med.uc.edu/depart/eh/centers/erc/erc-blog/erc-blog/2026/01/15/2026-annual-student-research-findings-symposium?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAdGRleAPWCPdleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAadGoYysugdmU3xAlFZjsKo_n-ztkBAwpYF63sChWWJ216wuHXOpwrBrRo28kw_aem_bhiuUbzMuXIbAQjlkNVxow

01/13/2026

Registration is open for the 2026 Midwest Regional ERC Symposium at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor! This symposium will explore how the future of OHS can navigate an aging workforce, changing economy, and unpredictable funding environment.
RSVP by February 20th here: https://med.uc.edu/depart/eh/centers/erc/upcoming-events/events/2026/03/26/erc-events/midwest-regional-erc-symposium---interdisciplinary-tour

12/22/2025

This special segment from explores how the ERC supports the health and safety of our first responders.
Read and watch the whole story here:
https://local12.com/newsletter/were-making-progress-team-uc-innovates-gear-help-firefighter-safety-fire-fighters-crews-stations-workers-safe-protection-dangers-dangerous-burn-burning-smoke-inhalation-researchers-university-of-cincinnati-injuries-killed-cancer-toxins-chemicals

12/02/2025

Help support outreach efforts this Giving Tuesday by donating to our EIH fundraiser.
Outreach activities help advance healthier homes and safer communities through public education, continuing education courses, student engagement, and local partnerships. Every contribution helps build a community where everyone has the tools to stay safe and healthy.
Join our fundraiser here: https://foundation.uc.edu/donate?id=839707db-d45e-48d5-81f4-4922f9f4a3bc

11/18/2025

As we enter the season of giving, we invite you to make a lasting impact by supporting the University of Cincinnati Environmental and Industrial Hygiene Fundraiser. Your gift helps us advance research, education, and outreach that improves first responder health and safety.
Help protect those who protect us by donating here: https://foundation.uc.edu/donate?id=839707db-d45e-48d5-81f4-4922f9f4a3bc

10/22/2025

In August, ERC students, faculty, and staff enjoyed a behind-the-scenes look at how the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden manages health and safety operations! 🐾 Check out the new blog post in our bio to learn more

10/17/2025

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the 26th Annual PRP Symposium last week! Check out our blog for a full recap and photos from the event– Link in bio!

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