Creating a hub to turn biomedical discoveries into health products in Montana
Rocky Mountain REACH (RMT-REACH)
This study is creating a center at the University of Montana to help turn new medical discoveries into real health products that can improve care for people in remote areas, especially those facing health challenges.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Montana NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Missoula, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10932905 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to establish a hub at the University of Montana to accelerate the translation of academic biomedical discoveries into practical health products. By collaborating with various academic institutions across the IDeA states, the project seeks to address unmet medical needs and health disparities in remote regions. The approach includes fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in areas with limited resources, ultimately aiming to improve health outcomes through novel diagnostics, devices, and therapies. The initiative will also focus on building sustainable infrastructure to support academic innovators.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living in remote or underserved areas of the IDeA states who may benefit from new biomedical technologies.
Not a fit: Patients living in well-resourced urban areas may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to the development of new health technologies that significantly improve patient care and outcomes in underserved populations.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives have successfully established similar hubs, demonstrating the potential for translating academic discoveries into impactful health solutions.
Where this research is happening
Missoula, United States
- University of Montana — Missoula, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Woodahl, Erica L — University of Montana
- Study coordinator: Woodahl, Erica L
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.