Addressing substance use inequities in Indigenous communities
Official title: Research Core
Funded at Johns Hopkins University · NIH-10913549 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on new ways to help Indigenous communities in the U.S. deal with substance use by creating resources that focus on cultural healing and prevention, and it involves working closely with the community to make sure the solutions fit their needs.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $571,246 |
| NIH project number | 5P50DA058619-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10913549 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Indigenous individuals or communities experiencing substance use challenges.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as Indigenous or who are not affected by substance use issues may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing new methods and systems to tackle substance use issues among Indigenous populations in the United States. It aims to create a central resource for supporting research and evaluation projects that emphasize cultural healing and prevention strategies. The approach includes community partnerships and culturally responsive engagement, utilizing various research methodologies such as qualitative and quantitative analyses. By addressing the historical trauma faced by these communities, the project seeks to improve substance use prevention and treatment outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective substance use prevention programs tailored to the unique needs of Indigenous communities.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that culturally tailored interventions can significantly improve health outcomes in Indigenous populations, suggesting a promising avenue for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Haroz, Emily — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Haroz, Emily
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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.