Engaging Montana communities to improve health equity for American Indians and rural populations
Official title: Montana IDeA Community Engagement Core, Center for American Indian and Rural Health Equity (CAIRHE)
Funded at Montana State University - Bozeman · NIH-10931827 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about working together with American Indian and rural communities in Montana to improve health by involving local people in the research process, so their unique needs and knowledge are respected, and it aims to build strong partnerships for better health outcomes.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Montana State University - Bozeman NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bozeman, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $211,925 |
| NIH project number | 1P30GM154593-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10931827 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include American Indian individuals and residents of rural areas in Montana who are affected by health disparities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside of Montana or those not belonging to American Indian or rural communities may not receive benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing health outcomes for American Indian and rural communities in Montana through community-based participatory research (CBPR). It emphasizes the importance of involving community members in every phase of the research process, from design to dissemination, ensuring that cultural beliefs and local knowledge are respected and utilized. By fostering partnerships between communities, health care providers, and public health agencies, the project aims to address health disparities effectively. The initiative also seeks to train investigators in best practices for community engagement, creating a sustainable network for ongoing health improvements.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant improvements in health equity and outcomes for vulnerable populations in Montana.
How similar studies have gone: Previous community-based participatory research initiatives have shown success in improving health outcomes in similar populations, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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Montana State University - Bozeman
Bozeman, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bertagnolli, Ann Therese — Montana State University - Bozeman
- Study coordinator: Bertagnolli, Ann Therese
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.