Gathering data on migration from Mexico and Central America to the U.S.

Public Use Data on Mexican and Central American Immigration

['FUNDING_R01'] · BROWN UNIVERSITY · NIH-10933576

This study is looking at how families and children are migrating from Mexico, El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras to the United States, and it aims to share important information about these changes to help everyone understand what's happening and support better responses.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_R01']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorBROWN UNIVERSITY (nih funded)
Locations1 site (PROVIDENCE, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-10933576 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This research focuses on collecting and sharing high-quality data regarding both authorized and unauthorized migration from Mexico, El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras to the United States. It aims to analyze changes in migration patterns, particularly the increasing involvement of families and children in these movements. By providing public access to this data, the project seeks to enhance understanding of current migration trends and inform policy and community responses. The methodology includes extensive data collection and analysis to monitor and describe these migration flows over time.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include families and children from Mexico and Central America who are involved in or affected by migration.

Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in migration from these regions or who are not affected by migration policies may not receive direct benefits from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide valuable insights that help shape policies and support systems for migrant families and children.

How similar studies have performed: Other research has successfully utilized similar data collection approaches to analyze migration trends, indicating that this methodology is both tested and effective.

Where this research is happening

PROVIDENCE, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.

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