Improving healthcare access for under-represented communities using remote technology.
Official title: Elevating Community Voices by Developing a User-centered Approach to Enable Self-testing and Remote Data Collection among Under-represented Populations (Project Elevate)
Funded at Florida State University · NIH-11234189 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about making it easier for people from under-represented groups to take part in healthcare by using video calls and online tools, so they can share their experiences and needs without having to travel far.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Florida State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tallahassee, United States) |
| Project start | June 1, 2023 |
| Project end | May 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $100,000 |
| NIH project number | 3U01FD007976-02S3 |
| Project ID | NIH-11234189 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals from under-represented communities, such as Asian American and Pacific Islander, American Indian, and Hispanic/Latino populations.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not part of under-represented populations or those who do not have access to remote technology may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing healthcare access and participation among under-represented populations by utilizing remote technologies such as video conferencing and secure web portals. It aims to develop a user-centered approach that allows for self-testing and remote data collection, thereby reducing barriers like travel time and increasing flexibility for participants. The project specifically targets groups that have historically been under-represented in clinical trials, ensuring their voices and unique concerns are included in healthcare solutions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve healthcare access and participation for under-represented populations, leading to better health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success in using remote technologies to enhance participation in clinical trials, particularly among under-represented groups, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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Florida State University
Tallahassee, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Flores Millender, Eugenia — Florida State University
- Study coordinator: Flores Millender, Eugenia
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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.