Building health research capacity for Alaska Native communities
Official title: ANCHR Admin Core
Funded at Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium · NIH-11080882 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping local researchers in Alaska Native communities tackle health issues that matter to them, by providing training and support to improve health for everyone in those communities.
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 | May 1, 2024 |
| Project end | April 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $938,601 |
| NIH project number | 5P20GM152302-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11080882 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include Alaska Native individuals and communities interested in health research and its impact on their health issues.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as Alaska Native or are not part of the targeted communities may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
The ANCHR Administrative Core focuses on enhancing health research in Alaska by developing local investigators and expanding research capacity within Alaska Native tribes. This initiative aims to address specific health issues faced by these communities through training and support for researchers. The program includes collaboration with a multidisciplinary Advisory Committee to ensure that research aligns with community needs and priorities. By fostering a network of skilled researchers, the project seeks to improve health outcomes for Alaska Native populations.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and tailored health interventions for Alaska Native communities.
How similar studies have gone: Similar initiatives have shown success in building research capacity and improving health outcomes in indigenous populations, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium
Anchorage, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ferucci, Elizabeth D — Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium
- Study coordinator: Ferucci, Elizabeth D
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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.