A health research core to support clinical and translational research in South Carolina
Official title: CLINTRUSC Health Research Core (HR)
Funded at University of South Carolina at Columbia · NIH-10984242 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about bringing researchers together to find better treatments and improve health for people in the Midlands area, so you might notice some exciting new advancements in your care!
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of South Carolina at Columbia NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Columbia, United States) |
| Project start | July 15, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $552,437 |
| NIH project number | 1P20GM155896-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10984242 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit are individuals living in the Midlands of South Carolina who are affected by diseases targeted by the research.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside the Midlands region or those not affected by the specific diseases being researched may not receive any benefit from this initiative.
What this research studies
The Health Research Core at the University of South Carolina focuses on enhancing clinical and translational research to address health needs in the Midlands region. It aims to support pilot and developmental projects that foster collaboration among researchers and improve the clinical research workforce. By overseeing project proposals and disseminating findings, the core seeks to bridge the gap between basic and clinical research, ultimately benefiting local communities. Patients may see advancements in treatments and health outcomes as a result of this collaborative research effort.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and more effective treatments for diseases affecting the Midlands community.
How similar studies have gone: Similar collaborative approaches in clinical and translational research have shown success in enhancing health outcomes and fostering community engagement.
Where this research is happening
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University of South Carolina at Columbia
Columbia, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bonilha, Leonardo F — University of South Carolina at Columbia
- Study coordinator: Bonilha, Leonardo F
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.