Engaging diverse communities in health research
Official title: University of Arizona-Banner Health Mountain Consortium
Funded at University of Arizona · NIH-10973318 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about getting more people from different backgrounds in Arizona and Colorado involved in health research, making sure everyone feels welcome and included, so we can learn more about health together!
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Arizona NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tucson, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $4,900,000 |
| NIH project number | 1OT2OD037642-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10973318 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include individuals from diverse demographic backgrounds, particularly those from historically underrepresented communities in biomedical research.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not belong to the targeted demographic groups or those living outside the geographic areas of Arizona and Colorado may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on increasing participation in health studies by engaging diverse communities across Arizona and Colorado. The University of Arizona-Banner Health consortium employs innovative strategies to enroll and retain participants, particularly from historically underrepresented groups. By utilizing culturally appropriate methods and collaborating with local organizations, the project aims to create a more inclusive health research environment. The initiative has already successfully enrolled over 68,500 participants, with a strong emphasis on maintaining engagement and retention.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more equitable health outcomes by ensuring that diverse populations are represented in biomedical research.
How similar studies have gone: Previous initiatives have shown success in engaging underrepresented communities in health research, indicating that this approach is both promising and necessary.
Where this research is happening
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University of Arizona
Tucson, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Moreno, Francisco a — University of Arizona
- Study coordinator: Moreno, Francisco a
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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.