A hub for data collection and analysis in Appalachia
Official title: AppalTRuST Biostatistics and Informatics Core
Funded at University of Kentucky · NIH-10934544 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about gathering and analyzing health information from people in the Appalachian region to help improve health in your community, while making sure your personal data is kept safe and secure.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Kentucky NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lexington, United States) |
| Project start | September 30, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $335,466 |
| NIH project number | 5U54DA058256-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10934544 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation are individuals living in the Appalachian region who are willing to contribute their health data for analysis.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside the Appalachian region or those not willing to share their health data may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
The Biostatistics and Informatics Core (BIC) will act as a central resource for managing and analyzing data related to health in the Appalachian region. It will involve experts in biostatistics and informatics who will develop surveys, ensure data security, and facilitate data sharing. Patients can expect that their health data will be collected and analyzed in a secure manner, contributing to improved health outcomes in their communities. The core will also collaborate with local outreach programs to ensure that data collection is relevant and beneficial to the population.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health interventions and resources tailored specifically for the Appalachian population.
How similar studies have gone: Similar research initiatives have shown success in utilizing biostatistics and informatics to improve health outcomes in underserved populations.
Where this research is happening
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University of Kentucky
Lexington, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rayens, Mary Kay — University of Kentucky
- Study coordinator: Rayens, Mary Kay
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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.