Collaborative research to improve primary care services
Official title: Research and Data Analysis Core (RDAC) - WA LHS E-STAR
Funded at Kaiser Foundation Research Institute · NIH-11004311 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about bringing together researchers and local health centers to find out what health issues matter most to patients and how to work together to improve care for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Kaiser Foundation Research Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Oakland, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | January 1, 2024 |
| Project end | December 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $510,374 |
| NIH project number | 5P30HS029737-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11004311 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are patients receiving care at Federally Qualified Health Centers involved in the project.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not receiving care at the participating health centers may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research initiative aims to enhance partnerships between E-STAR scholars and primary care organizations to develop and implement collaborative research projects. By conducting needs assessments at various Federally Qualified Health Centers, the project will identify priority areas for research and evaluate the readiness of these centers for collaboration. The approach includes systematic evidence reviews and community engagement to ensure that the research is relevant and beneficial to patients. The ultimate goal is to improve health outcomes by leveraging data and community insights.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved primary care services and better health outcomes for patients in the participating health centers.
How similar studies have gone: Similar collaborative research approaches have shown promise in enhancing healthcare delivery and patient outcomes in various settings.
Where this research is happening
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Kaiser Foundation Research Institute
Oakland, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lozano, Paula — Kaiser Foundation Research Institute
- Study coordinator: Lozano, Paula
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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.