Improving health equity for American Indian and Alaska Native communities
NWIC NARCH XI Administrative Core
This study is all about bringing together different research projects to improve health for American Indian and Alaska Native communities, making sure they have a say in the research and can access helpful resources and training.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwest Indian College NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bellingham, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10914171 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This project aims to enhance communication and collaboration among various research initiatives focused on health equity for American Indian and Alaska Native (AIAN) communities. It will facilitate necessary approvals for research projects and support community-based participatory research to ensure tribal involvement and control over data. The initiative also aims to centralize information sharing about funding opportunities and resources for training students and faculty, while ensuring effective communication with stakeholders. By engaging tribal communities, the project seeks to translate scientific findings into practical health services.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include American Indian and Alaska Native individuals and communities seeking to improve their health equity.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as American Indian or Alaska Native may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and services tailored to the needs of American Indian and Alaska Native populations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous initiatives aimed at enhancing health equity through community-based participatory research have shown promise in similar populations.
Where this research is happening
Bellingham, United States
- Northwest Indian College — Bellingham, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rasmus, Stacy M. — Northwest Indian College
- Study coordinator: Rasmus, Stacy M.
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.