Improving health research for Alaska Native people
Official title: Alaska Native Center for Health Research (ANCHR)
Funded at Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium · NIH-11080881 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping Alaska Native communities improve their health by training local researchers to work on health issues that matter most to them, so they can find solutions together with health organizations and universities.
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 | May 1, 2024 |
| Project end | April 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $1,672,949 |
| NIH project number | 5P20GM152302-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11080881 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include Alaska Native individuals and communities who are interested in health research and improving health outcomes.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as Alaska Native or are not part of the Alaska Native population may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
The Alaska Native Center for Health Research (ANCHR) aims to enhance health outcomes for Alaska Native populations by developing local researchers and expanding health research capacity in Alaska. This initiative focuses on addressing a wide range of health issues faced by Alaska Native individuals through community partnerships and tribally driven research. By recruiting and training new investigators, the program seeks to empower local communities to engage in health research that is relevant and beneficial to their populations. The research will involve collaboration with tribal health organizations and academic institutions to ensure that the health concerns of Alaska Native people are prioritized.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and tailored health interventions for Alaska Native communities.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research initiatives focused on Alaska Native health have shown success in improving health outcomes and community engagement, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium
Anchorage, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Thomas, Timothy K — Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium
- Study coordinator: Thomas, Timothy K
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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.