Building a clinical research network to improve health equity in a border community.
Imperial County Clinical Research Network for Health Equity (Administrative Supplement)
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY · NIH-11191312
This study is working to improve healthcare for people with uncontrolled diabetes and women during and after pregnancy in rural border communities by gathering important health information to better understand and tackle health challenges.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (SAN DIEGO, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11191312 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on establishing a clinical research infrastructure within a Federally Qualified Health Center in Southern California, specifically targeting rural border communities. It aims to support both observational studies and intervention research, particularly for patients with uncontrolled diabetes and women receiving prenatal and postpartum care. The project will collect data on social determinants of health to enhance understanding and address health disparities. By harmonizing data with other clinical sites, the research seeks to improve data sharing and interoperability.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates include individuals with uncontrolled diabetes and women in need of prenatal or postpartum care within the targeted border community.
Not a fit: Patients outside of the Imperial and South Riverside Counties or those not affected by the targeted health conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and reduced disparities for patients in underserved communities.
How similar studies have performed: Similar research initiatives have shown promise in addressing health disparities through community-based approaches, indicating a potential for success in this novel infrastructure-building effort.
Where this research is happening
SAN DIEGO, UNITED STATES
- SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY — SAN DIEGO, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: AYALA, GUADALUPE X — SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: AYALA, GUADALUPE X
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 below.