Improving health equity through community engagement in research
Official title: UK ASCEND (Achieving Success in Community-Engaged research to elimiNate Disparities)
Funded at University of Kentucky · NIH-11138433 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping new researchers from different backgrounds work together with local communities in Kentucky to find better ways to improve health for everyone, especially those facing challenges, by creating useful health programs that really meet the needs of the people.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Kentucky NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lexington, United States) |
| Project start | July 13, 2024 |
| Project end | January 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $41,817 |
| NIH project number | 5P50MD019476-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11138433 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals from diverse backgrounds living in Kentucky, particularly those affected by health disparities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not reside in Kentucky or are not part of communities facing significant health disparities may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing health equity by promoting community-engaged research among early-stage investigators from diverse backgrounds. It involves a comprehensive training program for these investigators, known as ASCEND Scholars, who will collaborate with community stakeholders to address health disparities, particularly in Kentucky. The initiative aims to foster productive partnerships and ensure that research is relevant and beneficial to the communities involved. By engaging with local organizations and community members, the project seeks to create impactful health interventions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and reduced disparities in cancer and other diseases among underserved populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in community-engaged approaches to health equity, indicating that this methodology is promising and has been effective in similar contexts.
Where this research is happening
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University of Kentucky
Lexington, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Williams, Lovoria B — University of Kentucky
- Study coordinator: Williams, Lovoria B
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.