Creating a center to improve vaccination in rural areas.
ARISe Center for Rural Vaccination at University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School
This study is all about finding ways to help more people in rural New England get vaccinated by understanding why some folks are hesitant and figuring out the best ways to communicate with them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of Massachusetts Med Sch Worcester NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Worcester, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11047832 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to establish the ARISe Center for Rural Vaccination at UMass Chan Medical School, focusing on enhancing vaccination rates in rural communities across New England. The center will investigate the reasons behind vaccine hesitancy and develop evidence-based strategies to promote immunization. By utilizing innovative social science methods, the research will analyze social media influences on vaccine perceptions and test effective communication strategies tailored for rural populations. The ultimate goal is to implement community-level interventions that improve vaccination uptake.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living in rural areas of New England who may be hesitant about vaccinations.
Not a fit: Patients living in urban areas or those who are already fully vaccinated may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase vaccination rates in rural areas, leading to better public health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in addressing vaccine hesitancy through targeted community interventions, indicating that this approach has potential.
Where this research is happening
Worcester, United States
- Univ of Massachusetts Med Sch Worcester — Worcester, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ryan, Grace W — Univ of Massachusetts Med Sch Worcester
- Study coordinator: Ryan, Grace W
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.