Creating a research center to improve health for Pacific Islanders in Hawaii
Administrative Core
This study is all about bringing together universities and community groups in Hawaii to work together on improving health for Native Hawaiians, Other Pacific Islanders, and Filipinos, so everyone can have better access to healthcare and healthier lives.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Hawaii at Manoa NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Honolulu, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10911862 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on establishing a clinical and translational research infrastructure in Hawaii aimed at reducing health disparities among indigenous Pacific People, including Native Hawaiians, Other Pacific Islanders, and Filipinos. The project involves collaboration among multiple universities and community stakeholders to enhance health promotion and accelerate research advancements. By fostering teamwork and communication, the initiative seeks to streamline research processes and improve health outcomes for underserved populations in the region.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include Native Hawaiians, Other Pacific Islanders, and Filipinos living in Hawaii who are affected by health disparities.
Not a fit: Patients outside of the indigenous Pacific People demographic or those not residing in Hawaii may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant improvements in health and wellbeing for indigenous Pacific People and other underserved communities in Hawaii.
How similar studies have performed: Similar initiatives aimed at reducing health disparities in underserved populations have shown promise, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
Honolulu, United States
- University of Hawaii at Manoa — Honolulu, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kaholokula, Joseph Keawe'aimoku — University of Hawaii at Manoa
- Study coordinator: Kaholokula, Joseph Keawe'aimoku
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.