Improving health equity for underserved populations in the Southwest
Official title: Southwest Safety Net Embedded Scientist Training and Research (SSNE-STaR) Center
Funded at Arizona State University-Tempe Campus · NIH-11004271 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping community organizations in the Southwest U.S. learn how to better understand and improve health for groups like American Indians and Hispanics, by training their staff to use research that fits their culture and needs.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Arizona State University-Tempe Campus NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tempe, United States) |
| Project start | January 1, 2024 |
| Project end | December 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $999,899 |
| NIH project number | 5P30HS029764-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11004271 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals from historically disadvantaged populations, including American Indians, Hispanics, and the homeless, who are served by safety net organizations.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not part of underserved populations or those who do not interact with safety net organizations may not receive benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the capacity of safety net organizations (SNOs) in the Southwest U.S. to conduct embedded research and implement evidence-based health interventions. By training scholars within these organizations, the project focuses on developing culturally sensitive approaches to address health disparities faced by historically disadvantaged groups, including American Indians and Hispanics. The initiative will foster collaboration among academic institutions and community health partners to ensure that the research is relevant and impactful for the populations served.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and greater access to quality care for underserved populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in similar embedded research approaches within safety net organizations, indicating potential for impactful outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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Arizona State University-Tempe Campus
Tempe, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Riley, William J. — Arizona State University-Tempe Campus
- Study coordinator: Riley, William J.
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.