Improving health outcomes for children in a historically marginalized community
Targeted Investment and Meaningful Engagement to Improve MCH Outcomes and Rectify Historical Structural Racism: The TIME Study
This study is working to help reduce the number of babies who die before their first birthday in the Linden neighborhood of Columbus, Ohio, by finding out what makes it hard for families there to have healthy pregnancies and babies, and then making improvements in healthcare, housing, and access to healthy food.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Research Inst Nationwide Children's Hosp NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Columbus, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11164654 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing high infant mortality rates in the Linden neighborhood of Columbus, Ohio, which has been affected by systemic racism and disinvestment. The project aims to identify and mitigate the risk factors contributing to poor birth outcomes, such as lack of access to healthcare, education, and healthy food. By engaging with the community and implementing targeted investments, the research seeks to improve housing, healthcare access, and overall well-being for families in this predominantly Black area. The approach is informed by Life Course Theory, emphasizing the long-term effects of social determinants on health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include families with children aged 0-11 years living in the Linden neighborhood, particularly those from African American backgrounds.
Not a fit: Patients who do not reside in the Linden neighborhood or who do not fall within the specified age range may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce infant mortality rates and improve health outcomes for children in marginalized communities.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in similar community-based interventions aimed at improving health outcomes in underserved populations.
Where this research is happening
Columbus, United States
- Research Inst Nationwide Children's Hosp — Columbus, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chisolm, Deena — Research Inst Nationwide Children's Hosp
- Study coordinator: Chisolm, Deena
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.