Improving community partnerships for faster healthcare advancements
Official title: University of Minnesota Clinical and Translational Science Institute (UMN CTSI)
Funded at University of Minnesota · NIH-10930889 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about making it easier for people, especially kids and those from underrepresented communities, to take part in clinical trials by building better connections between universities and local communities, and providing support for researchers.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Minnesota NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Minneapolis, United States) |
| Project start | September 18, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $7,699,733 |
| NIH project number | 5UM1TR004405-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10930889 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include children aged 0-11 years, particularly from diverse and underrepresented communities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside the age range of 0-11 years or those not part of the targeted diverse communities may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing clinical and translational science by fostering partnerships between academic institutions and communities. It aims to create a new Office of Clinical Research and Community Affairs to streamline research processes and improve access to clinical trials. The initiative will also establish a Clinical Research Support Center to provide comprehensive resources and support for study design and implementation. By prioritizing diversity and inclusion, the project seeks to ensure that research benefits a wide range of populations, particularly children and underrepresented communities.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to faster and more effective healthcare solutions that are accessible to diverse populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in enhancing community engagement in clinical trials, making this approach both promising and tested.
Where this research is happening
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University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Blazar, Bruce R — University of Minnesota
- Study coordinator: Blazar, Bruce R
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.