ANTLER: Training and Learning Experiences in Research for Alaska Native and American Indian communities
Official title: Alaska Native Training and Learning Experiences in Research (ANTLER)
Funded at Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium · NIH-11366808 · Data updated 2026-11-12
Aimed at students and early-career researchers, ANT LER offers mentored internships and professional development to build capacity for tribally-driven health research in Alaska.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Anchorage, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2026 |
| Project end | July 31, 2031 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $242,368 |
| NIH project number | 1S06GM164730-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11366808 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Not applicable (training program for students and early-career researchers; not a patient recruitment study).
✕Less likely to help
No direct patient participation is expected in this grant.
What this research studies
ANTLER creates a structured training program that provides hands-on research and public health internships for Alaska Native and American Indian students and early-career professionals. The program focuses on culturally relevant mentorship, career development, and the creation of a Community of Learners to support ongoing growth. It also includes mentor workshops, virtual networking, newsletters, and ongoing communication to sustain connections among interns and mentors. Participants gain real-world exposure to tribal health projects and public health practices that respect Indigenous priorities and governance.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the program could strengthen the pipeline of researchers who study and improve health in Alaska Native and American Indian communities.
How similar studies have gone: Other tribal health training and mentorship programs have shown positive outcomes in building research capacity and community engagement.
Where this research is happening
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Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium
Anchorage, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: France, Amanda — Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium
- Study coordinator: France, Amanda
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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.