Improving recruitment and engagement of diverse communities in health research
Recruitment, Engagement, and Community Health (REACH) Research Core
This study is all about finding better ways to involve people from different racial and ethnic backgrounds in health research, especially for chronic diseases and substance use, so we can improve healthcare for everyone and make sure their voices are heard.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Brown University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Providence, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10849986 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the recruitment and engagement of diverse racial and ethnic communities in health studies, particularly those related to chronic diseases and substance use. It aims to address the historical underrepresentation of these groups in clinical research by employing culturally-competent staff and modern recruitment strategies, including both in-person outreach and online marketing. The project seeks to bridge the gap between research findings and practical applications in healthcare, ultimately aiming to reduce health disparities and improve healthcare outcomes for minority populations.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are individuals from racial and ethnic minority groups who are affected by chronic diseases or substance use.
Not a fit: Patients who do not belong to racial or ethnic minority groups or those who are not affected by chronic diseases may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more inclusive and relevant health studies that better address the needs of diverse populations, ultimately improving health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that targeted recruitment strategies can successfully increase participation rates among underrepresented populations, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Providence, United States
- Brown University — Providence, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wray, Tyler Blake — Brown University
- Study coordinator: Wray, Tyler Blake
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.