Developmental Research Funding to Build Alaska’s Biomedical Research Capacity
Official title: Developmental Research Project Program
Funded at University of Alaska Fairbanks · NIH-11400995 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A local Alaska program funds early projects to grow biomedical and behavioral health research and train students and faculty across Alaska.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Alaska Fairbanks NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Fairbanks, United States) |
| Project start | September 24, 2001 |
| Project end | July 31, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $1,066,016 |
| NIH project number | 5P20GM103395-25 |
| Project ID | NIH-11400995 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates are Alaska-based researchers, students, and mentors pursuing biomedical or behavioral health projects with community relevance.
✕Less likely to help
Individuals not directly involved in Alaska-based studies or not seeking training or mentorship may not benefit.
What this research studies
This grant supports Alaska-based researchers and students by providing seed funding for pilot and development projects, with a focus on building capacity in biomedical and behavioral health fields. It emphasizes cross-disciplinary work under a One Health framework that links human, animal, and environmental health. The aim is to foster mentorship, collaboration, and career development to create a sustainable research network in Alaska.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, it could strengthen Alaska’s ability to conduct relevant health research and train a homegrown workforce.
How similar studies have gone: Previous AK INBRE programs have built capacity and collaborations, suggesting this approach can be effective in rural, indigenous, and remote settings.
Where this research is happening
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University of Alaska Fairbanks
Fairbanks, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Burkhead, Jason L — University of Alaska Fairbanks
- Study coordinator: Burkhead, Jason 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.