Community-driven health initiatives for Indigenous populations
Official title: Akwesasne Center for Health Research
Funded at Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe · NIH-11019756 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping the Akwesasne community stay healthy by creating programs that fit their culture, like improving liver health and tackling environmental issues, while also supporting young Indigenous students in cancer research.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Hogansburg, United States) |
| Project start | September 10, 2021 |
| Project end | January 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $62,741 |
| NIH project number | 5S06GM142118-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-11019756 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are members of the Akwesasne community or other Indigenous populations interested in health improvement initiatives.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside the Akwesasne community or those not engaged in Indigenous health initiatives may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing health outcomes in the Akwesasne community through culturally adapted programs. It includes initiatives like the LIVE project aimed at improving liver wellness and environmental health projects that address population health concerns. The research emphasizes community involvement and aims to integrate scientific leadership with local cultural values. Additionally, it supports young Indigenous scholars in cancer research, fostering connections between education and community health.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health and wellness in Indigenous populations through tailored health programs.
How similar studies have gone: Similar community-based health initiatives have shown promise in improving health outcomes among Indigenous populations, indicating a potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe
Hogansburg, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Haring, Rodney C — Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe
- Study coordinator: Haring, Rodney C
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.