Creating inclusive pathways for Deaf and Hard of Hearing students in biomedical informatics
Building Accessible and Inclusive Paths for Students in Biomedical Informatics and Data Science
This study is all about helping Deaf and Hard of Hearing students get involved in biomedical informatics and data science by providing them with special learning and mentoring support, so they can pursue advanced degrees in these fields.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pittsburgh, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10915691 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to address the underrepresentation of Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) individuals in the biomedical informatics and data science fields. By partnering the University of Pittsburgh with Gallaudet University, the program will empower DHH students and other underrepresented groups through tailored educational and mentoring opportunities. The initiative focuses on creating an accessible curriculum and fostering a supportive community to enhance participation in these scientific disciplines. The program will also evaluate its effectiveness in increasing the number of DHH individuals pursuing advanced degrees in biomedical informatics.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are Deaf and Hard of Hearing students, as well as individuals from other underrepresented groups interested in pursuing careers in biomedical informatics and data science.
Not a fit: Patients who are not interested in pursuing academic careers in biomedical informatics or data science may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase the representation of Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals in biomedical informatics and data science, leading to more diverse perspectives in these fields.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited data on similar initiatives specifically targeting DHH individuals in biomedical informatics, efforts to increase diversity in STEM fields have shown positive outcomes in other contexts.
Where this research is happening
Pittsburgh, United States
- University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh — Pittsburgh, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Boyce, Richard David — University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh
- Study coordinator: Boyce, Richard David
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.