Engaging Native American communities in precision medicine in Wisconsin
Official title: Area of Interest 3: Engage Tribal Nations and Urban and Non-Tribal Land Based AI/AN Populations in Wisconsin
Funded at Marshfield Clinic Research Foundation · NIH-10879980 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to include Native American and Alaska Native communities in Wisconsin in health research that really matters to them, by partnering with local tribes and organizations to make sure their voices are heard and their traditions are respected.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Marshfield Clinic Research Foundation NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Marshfield, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $700,000 |
| NIH project number | 1OT2OD036478-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10879980 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include Native American and Alaska Native individuals living in Wisconsin, particularly those from urban and rural tribal communities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as Native American or Alaska Native may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to involve Native American and Alaska Native populations in Wisconsin in precision medicine initiatives. It focuses on building partnerships with tribal nations and urban AI/AN communities to ensure their voices and needs are included in health research. The project will develop educational programs and research infrastructure that respect tribal customs and culture, fostering a collaborative environment for health improvement. By leveraging existing relationships with local organizations, the research seeks to enhance participation and representation of these communities in health studies.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more culturally relevant and effective healthcare solutions for Native American populations.
How similar studies have gone: Similar initiatives have shown promise in enhancing health outcomes by incorporating indigenous perspectives into healthcare research.
Where this research is happening
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Marshfield Clinic Research Foundation
Marshfield, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hebbring, Scott Joseph — Marshfield Clinic Research Foundation
- Study coordinator: Hebbring, Scott Joseph
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.