Improving pathways for Native scholars to enter biomedical faculty careers
Scaling Up Culturally Affirming Pathways to Biomedical Faculty Careers for Native Scholars
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN FRANCISCO · NIH-10894277
This study is looking into the challenges that Native American, Alaskan Native, and Native Hawaiian students encounter when trying to build careers in biomedical fields, with the goal of finding ways to better support them and help them succeed in these professions.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN FRANCISCO (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (SAN FRANCISCO, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10894277 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the barriers that Native American, Alaskan Native, and Native Hawaiian students face in pursuing careers in biomedical fields. It aims to understand why these students are underrepresented in STEM professional communities compared to their majority peers. By utilizing a longitudinal study design, the project will compare outcomes among different groups of Native biomedical scholars, focusing on their engagement with supportive communities and cultural identity. The study seeks to identify effective strategies to enhance the integration of Native scholars into biomedical careers.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Native American, Alaskan Native, and Native Hawaiian students interested in pursuing biomedical careers.
Not a fit: Patients who are not from Native American, Alaskan Native, or Native Hawaiian backgrounds may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to increased representation of Native scholars in biomedical faculty positions, fostering diversity in STEM fields.
How similar studies have performed: While there has been qualitative research on Native STEM scholars, this approach of using a longitudinal study to quantitatively assess outcomes is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
SAN FRANCISCO, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN FRANCISCO — SAN FRANCISCO, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: ESTRADA, MICA BETH — UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN FRANCISCO
- Study coordinator: ESTRADA, MICA BETH
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.