Improving health equity and community engagement through effective program management
Official title: Administrative Core
Funded at City College of New York · NIH-11176046 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about making sure that the New York Center for Minority Health, Equity, and Social Justice uses its resources in the best way possible to help communities that need it most, while also helping scientists grow in their careers by guiding them on how to get funding for their work.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | City College of New York NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | August 23, 2024 |
| Project end | March 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $628,513 |
| NIH project number | 5U54MD017979-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11176046 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals from minority communities who are affected by health disparities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not belong to minority communities or those who are not affected by health disparities may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the effectiveness of the New York Center for Minority Health, Equity, and Social Justice by managing resources and evaluating the impact of various programs. It aims to ensure optimal utilization of resources to maximize benefits for the communities served. The project will also support career development for scientists by providing guidance on grant submissions and monitoring their progress. Through these efforts, the research seeks to foster innovation and improve health outcomes in underserved populations.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health equity and better health outcomes for minority communities.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in similar community engagement and health equity initiatives, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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City College of New York
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lima, Maria F — City College of New York
- Study coordinator: Lima, Maria F
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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.