Improving health research for children and families affected by conflict
Official title: Addressing the Research Capacity Gap in Global Child, Adolescent, & Family Health Utilizing Implementation and Data Sciences
Funded at Washington University · NIH-11145521 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about finding better ways to help children and families affected by conflict with their health challenges, like mental health issues and diseases, by creating research methods that respect their culture and needs.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Washington University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Saint Louis, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $149,624 |
| NIH project number | 3D43TW012275-03S2 |
| Project ID | NIH-11145521 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are children and families residing in humanitarian settings, particularly those affected by conflict and displacement.
✕Less likely to help
Patients not living in conflict-affected areas or those not part of vulnerable refugee populations may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the capacity to conduct health-related studies in humanitarian settings, particularly among children and families affected by conflict. It aims to address the significant health challenges these populations face, including mental health issues like PTSD and anxiety, as well as infectious diseases and malnutrition. By developing culturally competent research strategies and overcoming barriers such as language and ethical concerns, the project seeks to create evidence-based interventions that can improve health outcomes in these vulnerable communities.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better health interventions and support for children and families living in conflict-affected areas.
How similar studies have gone: While there is ongoing research in humanitarian settings, this approach aims to fill a specific gap in research capacity and cultural competence, making it a novel initiative.
Where this research is happening
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Washington University
Saint Louis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ssewamala, Fred M — Washington University
- Study coordinator: Ssewamala, Fred M
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.