Improving health outcomes for Wabanaki and Indigenous communities in Maine
Official title: Improving Health Outcomes Through Systems and Policy changes in Maine
Funded at Wabanaki Health and Wellness · NIH-11167945 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to better understand the needs of Wabanaki and Indigenous people by gathering accurate information about their food systems, housing, and economic situations, so that they can have better access to traditional foods and support for their communities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Wabanaki Health and Wellness NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bangor, United States) |
| Project start | September 21, 2023 |
| Project end | September 20, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $372,614 |
| NIH project number | 3OT2OD035832-01S1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11167945 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include Wabanaki and Indigenous individuals living in Maine who face food insecurity or lack access to traditional foods.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not belong to Wabanaki or Indigenous communities may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the underrepresentation of Wabanaki and Indigenous people in current data models, which often misrepresent their needs and conditions. By collecting reliable and accurate information, the initiative aims to create a culturally meaningful food system and inform necessary policy changes to enhance access to traditional foods. Additionally, it will provide insights on housing, economic stability, and recovery efforts for these communities. The approach involves collaboration with local leaders and stakeholders to ensure that the data collected is relevant and beneficial.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve health outcomes and food security for Wabanaki and Indigenous communities.
How similar studies have gone: While there have been efforts to improve data representation for Indigenous populations, this initiative is particularly focused on the Wabanaki communities and may offer novel insights.
Where this research is happening
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Wabanaki Health and Wellness
Bangor, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Cammack, Ralph — Wabanaki Health and Wellness
- Study coordinator: Cammack, Ralph
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.