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-11176084 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to help Hispanic patients with Parkinson's disease in New York City by finding out what challenges they face in getting care and joining research, and it will work on programs to improve awareness and support for them.
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 | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $394,729 |
| NIH project number | 5U54MD017979-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11176084 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates include Hispanic individuals diagnosed with Parkinson's disease who reside 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 healthcare disparities faced by Hispanic patients with Parkinson's disease (PD) in New York City. It focuses on understanding the cultural and social barriers that limit their access to care and participation in clinical trials. By collaborating with the Parkinson’s Foundation, the project will implement outreach and education programs to raise awareness and encourage involvement in research. The goal is to enhance the overall management of PD within this community.
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 success in improving healthcare access and participation among underrepresented communities through targeted outreach and education initiatives.
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.