Creating a tool to share health research results with American Indian and Alaska Native communities
Co-designing a Technology-based Health Research Results Dissemination Tool with AIAN People
This study is creating a friendly tool to share health research results in a way that respects and fits the culture of American Indian and Alaska Native communities, making sure the information is clear and useful for them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Washington NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10917144 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This project focuses on developing a technology-based tool that allows for the respectful and culturally appropriate dissemination of health research results specifically tailored for American Indian and Alaska Native (AIAN) communities. By engaging these communities in the co-design process, the research aims to ensure that the information shared is understandable and relevant to their unique cultural contexts. The approach emphasizes collaboration between researchers and community members to foster trust and improve health outcomes. The tool will address historical issues of distrust in health research by prioritizing transparency and community input throughout the dissemination process.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are American Indian and Alaska Native individuals and communities who are interested in participating in health research and improving health communication.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as American Indian or Alaska Native may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance the way health information is shared with AIAN communities, leading to improved health outcomes and greater community engagement in health research.
How similar studies have performed: While there is ongoing research into culturally responsive health communication, this specific approach of co-designing a dissemination tool with AIAN communities is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Seattle, United States
- University of Washington — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dirks, Lisa Grace — University of Washington
- Study coordinator: Dirks, Lisa Grace
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.