Improving health and research capacity in the Blackfeet Nation
Official title: BCC-CCM Student and Faculty Career Development Project
Funded at Blackfeet Community College · NIH-10928199 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to improve the mental and physical health of the Blackfeet Nation by creating a center that uses cultural practices as a way to heal, while also helping local community members and researchers tackle health challenges together.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Blackfeet Community College NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Browning, United States) |
| Project start | September 21, 2021 |
| Project end | July 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $464,101 |
| NIH project number | 5S06GM141660-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-10928199 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research are members of the Blackfeet Nation, particularly those experiencing mental health challenges.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside the Blackfeet Nation or those not facing mental health issues may not receive benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This project aims to enhance the mental and physical health of the Blackfeet Nation by establishing a sustainable center focused on culture as medicine. It seeks to empower Native researchers and community members to address health disparities through education and research initiatives. The project will build on previous efforts to create a research culture at Blackfeet Community College, fostering local expertise in health research and promoting community-driven solutions to health issues. By developing research capabilities, the project hopes to mitigate the high incidence of mental health diseases within the community.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved mental health outcomes and reduced health disparities for the Blackfeet Nation.
How similar studies have gone: Other research initiatives focused on community-driven health solutions among Native populations have shown promise, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Blackfeet Community College
Browning, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hoyt, Dee — Blackfeet Community College
- Study coordinator: Hoyt, Dee
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.