Improving healthcare access for under-represented communities using remote technology.
Elevating Community Voices by Developing a User-centered Approach to Enable Self-testing and Remote Data Collection among Under-represented Populations (Project Elevate)
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 ID | NIH-11234189 on NIH RePORTER |
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.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals from under-represented communities, such as Asian American and Pacific Islander, American Indian, and Hispanic/Latino populations.
Not a fit: 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.
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 performed: 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
Tallahassee, United States
- Florida State University — Tallahassee, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Flores Millender, Eugenia — Florida State University
- Study coordinator: Flores Millender, Eugenia
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 below.