Improving health through community partnerships in South-Central Texas
Official title: Institute for Integration of Medicine & Science: A Partnership to Improve Health
Funded at University of Texas Hlth Science Center · NIH-10893515 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about improving healthcare in San Antonio and Austin by working together with local groups to find better ways to meet the health needs of everyone in the community.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas Hlth Science Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Antonio, United States) |
| Project start | July 25, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $5,584,747 |
| NIH project number | 5UM1TR004538-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10893515 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals from diverse backgrounds, particularly those in minority and underserved communities in South-Central Texas.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside of South-Central Texas or those not belonging to the targeted minority and underserved populations may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing healthcare outcomes in South-Central Texas, particularly in the rapidly growing cities of San Antonio and Austin. It aims to address healthcare disparities by leveraging community partnerships and a robust clinical and translational research infrastructure. The project will involve collaboration among various stakeholders, including academic institutions and community organizations, to develop and implement effective healthcare solutions tailored to the diverse population in the region. By training a workforce in translational science, the initiative seeks to translate research findings into practical applications that improve health outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant improvements in healthcare access and outcomes for underserved populations in South-Central Texas.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research initiatives focused on community partnerships and translational science have shown promise in improving healthcare outcomes, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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University of Texas Hlth Science Center
San Antonio, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Clark, Robert a — University of Texas Hlth Science Center
- Study coordinator: Clark, Robert a
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.