Improving biomedical research capacity at a Historically-Black University
Official title: Identifying Needs and Building Research Capacity at an Historically-Black University
Funded at Delaware State University · NIH-10931257 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping Delaware State University improve its research efforts to tackle health issues that affect the African American community, by working with faculty, students, and local leaders to find out what’s needed and create plans for better support and mentorship in science and medicine.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Delaware State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Dover, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $374,274 |
| NIH project number | 1UC2GM157743-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10931257 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include African American individuals and communities who are affected by health disparities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as African American or who are not part of communities facing significant health disparities may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the research capabilities at Delaware State University, an Historically-Black University, to better address health disparities affecting the African American community. The project involves conducting structured needs assessments to evaluate the university's current research strengths and weaknesses. By engaging faculty, students, and community leaders, the initiative aims to develop actionable plans that foster innovative research solutions and mentorship opportunities for underrepresented groups in science and medicine.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for African American populations by increasing the diversity and relevance of biomedical research.
How similar studies have gone: Other research initiatives aimed at enhancing diversity in biomedical research have shown success in improving health outcomes and addressing disparities, indicating that this approach is promising.
Where this research is happening
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Delaware State University
Dover, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Harrington, Melissa a — Delaware State University
- Study coordinator: Harrington, Melissa a
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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.