Examining the impact of structural racism on health disparities and social risks.
Official title: Structural Racism and Disparities in Social Risk, Human Capital, Health Care Resources, and Health Outcomes: A Multi-level Analysis of Pathways and Policy Levers for Change
Funded at State University of New York at Buffalo · NIH-10994112 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how past unfair housing practices, like redlining, impact the health and well-being of ethnic minorities, and it aims to find ways to improve policies and resources to help these communities live healthier lives.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | State University of New York at Buffalo NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Amherst, United States) |
| Project start | May 13, 2023 |
| Project end | December 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $563,601 |
| NIH project number | 5R01MD017574-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-10994112 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals from ethnic minority groups who have been affected by the historical and ongoing impacts of structural racism.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not belong to ethnic minority groups or who are not affected by social risk factors related to structural racism may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how structural racism, particularly through the lens of historic redlining, affects health outcomes and social risks for ethnic minorities. It aims to analyze the pathways and policy levers that can mitigate these disparities by examining factors such as housing instability, food insecurity, and access to healthcare resources. By utilizing a multi-level analysis approach, the study seeks to understand the interconnectedness of these issues and their impact on community health. Patients may benefit from insights that could lead to improved policies and resources addressing these disparities.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant improvements in health equity and access to resources for marginalized communities.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that addressing structural racism and its effects can lead to meaningful improvements in health outcomes, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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State University of New York at Buffalo
Amherst, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Egede, Leonard E. — State University of New York at Buffalo
- Study coordinator: Egede, Leonard E.
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.