Improving health for Alaska Native people through community-driven research
Official title: ANTHC NARCH XII
Funded at Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium · NIH-10893401 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping Alaska Native communities improve their health by focusing on important issues like water and sanitation, so they can lead research that truly reflects their needs and culture.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Anchorage, United States) |
| Project start | September 5, 2022 |
| Project end | July 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $876,756 |
| NIH project number | 5S06GM146094-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10893401 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation are Alaska Native individuals and communities who are affected by health disparities related to environmental factors.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as Alaska Native or are not part of the communities targeted by this research may not receive benefits.
What this research studies
The ANTHC NARCH XII program aims to empower Alaska Native communities by enhancing their ability to conduct health research that reflects their unique cultural perspectives. This initiative focuses on addressing health disparities by implementing targeted interventions related to water, sanitation, and hygiene. By fostering partnerships and building research capacity within tribal health organizations, the program seeks to improve overall health outcomes for Alaska Native populations. Patients can expect to see research that is directly relevant to their communities and health needs.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant improvements in health outcomes for Alaska Native populations by reducing health disparities.
How similar studies have gone: Previous initiatives aimed at reducing health disparities in indigenous populations have shown promise, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
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Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium
Anchorage, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ferucci, Elizabeth D — Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium
- Study coordinator: Ferucci, Elizabeth D
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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.