Evaluating the UAB/Tuskegee University partnership for cultural change in academia
UAB/TU FIRST Evaluation Core
This study is looking at how well a partnership between UAB and Tuskegee University is working to make their academic environments more welcoming and diverse, which could ultimately lead to better healthcare for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Alabama at Birmingham NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Birmingham, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10927376 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on assessing the effectiveness of the UAB/Tuskegee University Faculty Institutional Recruitment for Sustainable Transformation (FIRST) Partnership. It aims to create a more inclusive academic environment by evaluating ongoing activities and their impact on diversity and excellence in both institutions. The evaluation will involve collecting and analyzing data to measure progress towards achieving program goals, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and community building among scientists. Patients may benefit indirectly through improved educational and research environments that foster diversity in healthcare.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals interested in the advancement of diversity and inclusion in academic and healthcare settings.
Not a fit: Patients who are not engaged in or affected by academic or institutional diversity initiatives may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a more diverse and inclusive academic environment, ultimately improving healthcare outcomes for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Similar initiatives aimed at enhancing diversity and inclusion in academic settings have shown positive outcomes in fostering cultural change and improving institutional effectiveness.
Where this research is happening
Birmingham, United States
- University of Alabama at Birmingham — Birmingham, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Scarinci, Isabel C — University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Study coordinator: Scarinci, Isabel C
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 below.