Health Research Core for Translational Research in North Dakota
Official title: Health Research Core
Funded at University of North Dakota · NIH-11392904 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A program to help clinicians in North Dakota turn patient needs into translational ideas and pilot projects that could improve community health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of North Dakota NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Grand Forks, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $690,029 |
| NIH project number | 5P20GM155890-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11392904 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Clinicians and researcher teams in North Dakota who have translational ideas addressing local health needs and disparities.
✕Less likely to help
Individuals not involved in or affected by the local health challenges addressed by the proposals.
What this research studies
The TRANSCEND Health Research Core supports clinicians in North Dakota to develop and refine new translational ideas or products that address health concerns specific to the state. It builds on existing partnerships and a research database to connect teams and streamline pilot projects. The core offers expert reviews, mentoring, and a step-by-step pathway to pursue extramural funding, with collaborations across clinical, community, and training domains. This is designed to grow local research capacity and encourage practical solutions that benefit North Dakota residents.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the program could accelerate the development of real-world health solutions tailored to North Dakotan communities.
How similar studies have gone: Past collaborations and pilot efforts have shown that structured mentorship and proposal reviews can improve grant success and project impact.
Where this research is happening
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University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Powell, Steven Francis — University of North Dakota
- Study coordinator: Powell, Steven Francis
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.