Improving health research for Alaska Native tribes
Official title: ANCHR Research Core
Funded at Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium · NIH-11080889 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping Alaska Native tribes improve health research by providing support and resources, so local researchers can better understand and address health issues that matter to their communities.
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) | $561,994 |
| NIH project number | 5P20GM152302-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11080889 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include Alaska Native individuals and communities involved in health research initiatives.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as Alaska Native or are not part of the targeted tribal communities may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing health research capacity among Alaska Native tribes by providing essential support services. The Alaska Native Center for Health Research (ANCHR) will coordinate resources to assist researchers in designing studies, managing data, and disseminating findings effectively. By engaging with community members and tribal health organizations, the project aims to empower local researchers and ensure that health issues are addressed in a culturally relevant manner. The initiative emphasizes collaboration and community engagement to foster trust and improve health outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective health interventions tailored to the unique needs of Alaska Native communities.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in community-engaged health initiatives, indicating that this approach is both effective and necessary for addressing health disparities.
Where this research is happening
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Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium
Anchorage, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Keck, James W. — Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium
- Study coordinator: Keck, James W.
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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.