A project focused on advancing health initiatives.
Official title: ConProject-002
Funded at University of Michigan at Ann Arbor · NIH-11321760 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about finding new ways to make healthcare better for patients like you, and you'll have a chance to share your thoughts on these new ideas to help improve care for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project start | February 1, 2024 |
| Project end | November 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $206,421 |
| NIH project number | 5U24DK138515-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11321760 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation would include individuals interested in contributing to the development of new health initiatives and those who are seeking improved healthcare solutions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not engaged in or interested in new health initiatives may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to develop and implement innovative health initiatives that could improve patient care and outcomes. The project will involve collaboration with various stakeholders to identify key areas for improvement and to test new approaches in real-world settings. Patients may have the opportunity to engage with these initiatives, providing valuable feedback and insights that could shape future healthcare practices.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to enhanced healthcare practices that improve patient outcomes and experiences.
How similar studies have gone: While the specific approaches of this project may be novel, similar initiatives have shown promise in enhancing patient care and health outcomes in other settings.
Where this research is happening
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University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Parker, Stephen Cj — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Parker, Stephen Cj
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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.