Improving diversity and inclusion in health sciences faculty recruitment and retention
Administrative Core
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA AT COLUMBIA · NIH-10927249
This study is all about making the University of South Carolina's health sciences faculty more diverse and welcoming, so they can better focus on research that helps everyone, especially those facing health challenges, by bringing in new professors who care about health equity and creating a supportive environment for them.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA AT COLUMBIA (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10927249 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This initiative focuses on enhancing the diversity of health sciences faculty at the University of South Carolina by transforming institutional culture and practices. It aims to recruit and retain a cohort of new tenure-track Assistant Professors dedicated to health disparities and equity research. The project will involve collaboration with institutional leadership and advisory councils to ensure effective implementation and address any existing biases in policies. By fostering an inclusive environment, the initiative seeks to improve the overall experience of faculty and promote health equity.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals from underrepresented minority groups in health sciences and those interested in health equity.
Not a fit: Patients who do not belong to underrepresented groups or who are not involved in health sciences may not receive direct benefits from this initiative.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a more diverse and inclusive health sciences faculty, ultimately improving health equity in research and education.
How similar studies have performed: Similar initiatives aimed at increasing diversity in academic institutions have shown positive outcomes in enhancing faculty representation and improving institutional culture.
Where this research is happening
COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA AT COLUMBIA — COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: LIESE, ANGELA D — UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA AT COLUMBIA
- Study coordinator: LIESE, ANGELA D
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 below.