Improving health research capacity for Alaska Native people
Official title: NARCH XII Admin-Core
Funded at Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium · NIH-10893403 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping Alaska Native communities take charge of their own health research by using their unique knowledge and working together, so they can better tackle health issues that affect them.
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) | $70,380 |
| NIH project number | 5S06GM146094-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10893403 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include Alaska Native individuals and communities interested in health research and improving their health outcomes.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as Alaska Native or are not part of the tribal health organizations may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This project aims to enhance the ability of Alaska Native individuals and tribal health organizations to conduct health research that is driven by their own communities. It focuses on building partnerships and utilizing indigenous knowledge to address health disparities faced by Alaska Native populations. The program includes administrative support, ethical guidance, and mentorship to ensure that research efforts are effective and culturally relevant. By fostering a collaborative environment, the initiative seeks to empower Alaska Native researchers and improve health outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and reduced health disparities for Alaska Native populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous initiatives aimed at enhancing indigenous health research capacity have shown promise in improving health outcomes and reducing disparities.
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.