Establishing a Center for Genomic Diversity to improve health outcomes.
Official title: The Morehouse School of Medicine's Institute of Genomic Medicine Center for Genomic Diversity
Funded at Morehouse School of Medicine · NIH-10884800 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about understanding how genetics and social factors affect health in diverse communities, especially for minority populations, and it aims to train future researchers while working closely with the community to improve health outcomes for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Morehouse School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project start | September 18, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $2,492,722 |
| NIH project number | 1U54HG013595-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10884800 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include individuals from racially and ancestrally diverse backgrounds, particularly those who may be affected by chronic health conditions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not belong to racially or ancestrally diverse groups may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to create a Center for Genomic Diversity at Morehouse School of Medicine, focusing on enhancing genomics research and improving health outcomes for minority populations. The program will investigate the genetic and social factors affecting health in diverse communities, particularly looking at epigenetic changes related to stress. It will also develop educational initiatives to train the next generation of researchers in genomics. By engaging with the community and utilizing a diverse genomic reference, the research seeks to create a sustainable environment for genomic studies.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and tailored medical interventions for minority populations.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success in utilizing diverse genomic approaches to improve health outcomes, indicating that this approach is promising.
Where this research is happening
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Morehouse School of Medicine
Atlanta, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Davis, Melissa B — Morehouse School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Davis, Melissa B
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.