Examining how neighborhood racial changes affect segregation over time
Official title: Improving Measurement and Documentation of Long-term Neighborhood Change and Racial Segregation
Funded at Brown University · NIH-11014165 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how neighborhoods change over time in terms of the mix of different races and how that affects the separation between Black and white communities, helping us understand how these changes impact people's health and opportunities in 69 big cities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Brown University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Providence, United States) |
| Project start | September 19, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $438,625 |
| NIH project number | 1R21HD116694-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11014165 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living in urban neighborhoods that have experienced significant racial changes over the past several decades.
✕Less likely to help
Patients living in rural areas or neighborhoods that have not undergone notable racial changes may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the long-term changes in racial composition within neighborhoods and how these changes influence Black-white segregation trends. By analyzing historical data from various decades, the project aims to understand the impact of neighborhood dynamics on residents' health, social mobility, and overall quality of life. The study will create a comprehensive database that tracks these changes across 69 major cities, allowing for a detailed examination of segregation patterns over time.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide valuable insights that inform policies aimed at reducing racial segregation and improving community health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has successfully examined neighborhood dynamics and segregation, indicating that this approach has the potential to yield meaningful findings.
Where this research is happening
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Brown University
Providence, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Logan, John R — Brown University
- Study coordinator: Logan, John R
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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.