Improving research administration to enhance health equity in vulnerable populations
Official title: Developing a Supportive Research Administration Ecosystem
Funded at Aga Khan University (Pakistan) · NIH-10895045 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to improve how research is managed at Aga Khan University, helping to make sure that important health information is collected and used effectively, which will benefit communities in East Africa and South Asia.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Aga Khan University (Pakistan) NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Karachi, Pakistan) |
| Project start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | February 28, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $122,589 |
| NIH project number | 1G11AI183351-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10895045 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals from underserved communities in East Africa and Central and South Asia who are affected by health disparities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside of the targeted regions or those not part of vulnerable populations may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This project focuses on enhancing the research administration capabilities at Aga Khan University, which serves some of the most underserved populations in East Africa and Central and South Asia. By developing and implementing new policies and training programs, the research aims to improve the management of grant-funded projects, ensuring that health data can be effectively collected and utilized. The initiative seeks to build capacity not only within AKU but also in other research institutions across Pakistan, ultimately aiming to drive evidence-based health interventions and policies.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for vulnerable populations by enabling more effective health interventions based on robust data.
How similar studies have gone: While the approach of enhancing research administration is not widely tested, similar initiatives in capacity building have shown promise in improving health outcomes in underserved areas.
Where this research is happening
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Aga Khan University (Pakistan)
Karachi, Pakistan Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Virani, Salim S — Aga Khan University (Pakistan)
- Study coordinator: Virani, Salim S
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.