Enhancing participation of diverse communities in clinical trials
Official title: Improving Multicultural Engagement in Clinical Research through Partnership with Federally Qualified Health Centers and Community Health Worker Programs
Funded at North Carolina Community Health Ctr/assn · NIH-11234178 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to make sure that people from different racial and ethnic backgrounds are better represented in clinical trials by teaming up with local health centers and community workers to create helpful resources that encourage participation in these important studies.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | North Carolina Community Health Ctr/assn NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Raleigh, United States) |
| Project start | June 1, 2023 |
| Project end | May 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $100,000 |
| NIH project number | 3U01FD007980-02S3 |
| Project ID | NIH-11234178 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals from underrepresented racial and ethnic communities who are receiving care at Federally Qualified Health Centers.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not part of underrepresented communities or those who do not access care through FQHCs may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to improve the representation of different racial and ethnic communities in clinical trials by partnering with Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) and Community Health Workers (CHWs). The project will gather feedback from stakeholders through surveys and focus groups to create interactive educational materials. These materials will help FQHC providers and CHWs better understand and promote clinical trial participation within their communities. By leveraging existing trust and infrastructure, the research seeks to bridge the gap in clinical trial participation among underrepresented populations.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more equitable representation in clinical trials, ultimately improving health outcomes for diverse populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that community engagement and partnerships with local health providers can successfully increase clinical trial participation among diverse populations.
Where this research is happening
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North Carolina Community Health Ctr/assn
Raleigh, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hayes, Rebecca — North Carolina Community Health Ctr/assn
- Study coordinator: Hayes, Rebecca
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.