Funding for centers focused on preventing and controlling injuries
Official title: RFA-CE-24-001, ICRC, Grants for Injury Control Research Centers (ICRC) - 2024
Funded at University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston · NIH-11164110 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about creating special centers that work with communities to find new ways to prevent injuries and keep everyone safer and healthier.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $849,999 |
| NIH project number | 1R49CE003712-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11164110 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals and communities affected by various types of injuries, including but not limited to accidents, violence, and falls.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not affected by injuries or those living in areas without access to the research centers may not receive any benefit from this initiative.
What this research studies
This research initiative aims to establish Injury Control Research Centers (ICRC) that will focus on understanding and preventing injuries through innovative approaches. The centers will conduct various activities, including data collection, analysis, and community outreach to develop effective injury prevention strategies. By collaborating with local communities and stakeholders, the research will seek to implement evidence-based interventions that can reduce injury rates and improve public health outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant reductions in injury-related morbidity and mortality, enhancing community safety and health.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research initiatives focused on injury prevention have shown success in reducing injury rates through community-based interventions, indicating that this approach has potential for impactful outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston
Houston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Temple, Jeff R — University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston
- Study coordinator: Temple, Jeff 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.