About the IWH
Mission
The Institute for Water and Health (IWH) at Georgia Southern University commits to uniting science, practice, and community funds of knowledge to implement a collective vision of safe water, sustainable environments, and resilient communities in Coastal Georgia and beyond.
The institute is a research, education, and outreach unit, fostering collaboration among academia, communities, industry, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies. Our convergent approach addresses current and future challenges in the water and health nexus while providing sustainable solutions based on community needs.
Vision
At the heart of Coastal Georgia, the institute has a unique position to seek feasible solutions for many globally relevant water environment challenges that have ecological, sociological, and public health consequences. Established researchers in the field bring their expertise to develop innovative approaches in science, technology, and engineering and provide scientific evidence to support advancing environmental health policies while training the next-generation workforce with the necessary skill sets to combat real-world problems.
Public Impact
IWH’s mission is in alignment with Georgia Southern’s mission and vision as a Public Impact Research University, providing transformative research and learning experiences to the communities we serve. With the diverse background and expertise of Georgia Southern faculty and external collaborators, the institute is ready to expand its research portfolio beyond Georgia starting in its initial years.
Last updated: 7/31/2023