Improving participation of marginalized communities in research programs
Official title: Enhancing engagement and participation of marginalized community residents in the UAS
Funded at University of Southern California · NIH-11101059 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to understand how to get more people from underrepresented communities involved in research by talking to them about the challenges they face and what might help, so we can make sure everyone has a voice in important studies.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Southern California NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | August 15, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $414,919 |
| NIH project number | 3U01AG077280-02S2 |
| Project ID | NIH-11101059 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include individuals from marginalized communities who have historically been underrepresented in research studies.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not part of marginalized or disadvantaged communities may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the engagement and participation of marginalized community residents in the UAS by identifying barriers and facilitators to their involvement. Through focus groups and in-depth interviews, the project will explore the challenges faced by these populations and gather insights to develop effective strategies for increasing their representation. The findings will inform the design of recruitment processes and survey methods tailored to the needs of these communities, ultimately aiming to address inequalities in research participation.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more inclusive and representative health research, benefiting marginalized communities by ensuring their voices and needs are considered.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that targeted engagement strategies can successfully increase participation from underrepresented populations, suggesting a promising approach in this study.
Where this research is happening
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University of Southern California
Los Angeles, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kapteyn, Arie — University of Southern California
- Study coordinator: Kapteyn, Arie
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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.