Creating a network for Native American health education and research
Official title: Great Lakes NARCH 11
Funded at Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council, INC. · NIH-10923967 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to create helpful resources for health programs that support American Indian and Alaska Native communities in the Great Lakes area, focusing on blending traditional knowledge with modern technology to improve health and wellness, while also providing remote learning opportunities for AI/AN students.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lac Du Flambeau, United States) |
| Project start | September 16, 2021 |
| Project end | July 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $332,368 |
| NIH project number | 5S06GM142125-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-10923967 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include American Indian and Alaska Native individuals, particularly those involved with or attending Tribal Colleges and Universities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as American Indian or Alaska Native may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on building a network of resources to support health programs for American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) populations, particularly in the Great Lakes region. It aims to enhance education, training, and research initiatives by collaborating with Tribal Colleges and Universities. The project emphasizes culturally responsive approaches to health and wellness, integrating traditional knowledge with modern technology to improve health outcomes. Additionally, it seeks to engage AI/AN students through remote learning opportunities, fostering a supportive educational environment.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve health education and resources for Native American communities, leading to better health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Similar initiatives have shown promise in enhancing health education and outcomes in Native American populations, indicating a potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council, INC.
Lac Du Flambeau, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Laverdure, Adrienne — Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council, INC.
- Study coordinator: Laverdure, Adrienne
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.