Improving community-led diabetes research and equity
Official title: Research Consultation Services Core
Funded at New York University School of Medicine · NIH-10927401 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about working with communities to improve diabetes care for everyone, especially those who face challenges, by listening to their needs and building trust with healthcare providers.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | September 11, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $941,651 |
| NIH project number | 5U2CDK137135-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10927401 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals from communities disproportionately affected by Type 2 Diabetes, particularly those facing health inequities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have Type 2 Diabetes or are not part of communities experiencing health disparities may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research initiative aims to reduce disparities in diabetes care by prioritizing community concerns and enhancing trust in academic and healthcare systems. It provides expert consultations on research methods and frameworks to support community-led research focused on Type 2 Diabetes (T2D) equity. The project emphasizes the importance of community engagement and addresses social determinants of health, utilizing a multidisciplinary approach that includes various research methodologies and ethical considerations. By fostering collaboration between faculty and community experts, the initiative seeks to advance effective interventions for diabetes management.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more equitable diabetes care and improved health outcomes for underserved communities.
How similar studies have gone: Other research initiatives focusing on community engagement and health equity have shown promising results in addressing health disparities.
Where this research is happening
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New York University School of Medicine
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chambers, Earle C — New York University School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Chambers, Earle C
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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.