Improving Parkinson's disease care and research participation for Hispanic-Latino communities
Official title: Creating tools to enhance PD care and research participation of Hispanic-Latino community
Funded at City College of New York · NIH-11002163 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping Hispanic patients with Parkinson's disease in New York City get better access to healthcare and participate more in research, by understanding the challenges they face and providing support and education in their community.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | City College of New York NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | August 23, 2024 |
| Project end | March 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $395,764 |
| NIH project number | 1U54MD017979-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11002163 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Hispanic individuals diagnosed with Parkinson's disease living in the New York City area.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not of Hispanic descent or those without a diagnosis of Parkinson's disease may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to address the healthcare disparities faced by Hispanic patients with Parkinson's disease (PD) by understanding the cultural and social barriers that limit their access to care and participation in clinical trials. The project will involve outreach and education programs tailored to the Hispanic community in New York City, promoting awareness and encouraging involvement in research studies. By collaborating with the Parkinson’s Foundation, the initiative seeks to enhance the quality of care and increase representation in clinical research for this population.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare access and outcomes for Hispanic patients with Parkinson's disease.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that targeted community outreach and education can effectively increase participation in clinical trials among underrepresented populations.
Where this research is happening
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City College of New York
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ghilardi, M. Felice Marina — City College of New York
- Study coordinator: Ghilardi, M. Felice Marina
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.