Administrative Core to Advance Translational Research in Oklahoma
Official title: Administrative Core
Funded at University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr · NIH-11406221 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A centralized program supports clinical and translational research in Oklahoma by training researchers, coordinating resources, and involving communities in trials.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Oklahoma City, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2013 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $717,892 |
| NIH project number | 5U54GM104938-14 |
| Project ID | NIH-11406221 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Researchers and communities in Oklahoma and other IDeA states who have health priorities aligned with cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, arthritis, and autoimmune conditions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients not directly involved in research activities or communities outside the program’s geographic focus may not see immediate benefits.
What this research studies
This grant funds an Administrative Core that coordinates Oklahoma’s clinical and translational research efforts. It provides training, infrastructure, and strategic oversight to help junior investigators build independent careers in translational science. It connects academic centers, public health entities, and community organizations to advance health priorities such as cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and arthritis. Community participation in research and trials is a key focus to ensure research meets local health needs. The core works through committees, meetings, and programs to guide research opportunities across the region.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, patients in Oklahoma could access faster, better-coordinated translational research and related clinical trials.
How similar studies have gone: Similar translational resource cores have shown improved collaboration and faster translation of research into community health programs.
Where this research is happening
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University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr
Oklahoma City, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: James, Judith a — University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr
- Study coordinator: James, Judith a
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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.