Improving maternal health education and training for Indigenous communities
Official title: Training and Development
Funded at University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr · NIH-10908638 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about improving the health of mothers in Indigenous communities by bringing together researchers and community members to share knowledge and resources, so they can better understand and tackle the challenges these mothers face.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Oklahoma City, United States) |
| Project start | August 17, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $339,411 |
| NIH project number | 5U54HD113173-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10908638 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Indigenous individuals and communities interested in maternal health issues.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not part of Indigenous communities may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing maternal health outcomes in Indigenous communities through a multi-disciplinary approach that connects academia with these communities. It aims to provide education and training opportunities for researchers in maternal health, fostering mentorship and supporting the transition of early career scholars into independent investigators. The project will develop an online toolkit that consolidates resources and training materials, facilitating access to vital information and support for addressing maternal health disparities. By building a strong research infrastructure, the initiative seeks to uncover the causes of these disparities and implement effective solutions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved maternal health outcomes and reduced disparities for Indigenous populations.
How similar studies have gone: Similar initiatives have shown promise in addressing health disparities through community engagement and education, indicating a potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr
Oklahoma City, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Vanwagoner, Timothy M — University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr
- Study coordinator: Vanwagoner, Timothy M
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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.