Improving research capabilities to reduce health disparities
Official title: Research Capacity Core
Funded at City College of New York · NIH-11176051 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This project is all about helping teachers and researchers at City College of New York do better research by giving them training, resources, and access to advanced tools, so they can work together on important projects that tackle health issues affecting different communities.
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) | $994,636 |
| NIH project number | 5U54MD017979-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11176051 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals from communities facing significant health disparities and those interested in participating in health-related research initiatives.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are already receiving adequate healthcare and do not face barriers related to health disparities may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This initiative focuses on enhancing the research productivity and quality at the City College of New York by providing resources and training to faculty and researchers. It aims to equip investigators with the necessary skills and tools through workshops, hands-on training, and collaborative efforts. The core will also facilitate access to advanced research equipment and foster a coordinated research infrastructure to support innovative projects aimed at addressing health disparities.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective strategies for reducing health disparities and improving access to healthcare for underserved populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research initiatives focused on building research capacity and addressing health disparities have shown promise, indicating that this approach could yield beneficial outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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City College of New York
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Undieh, Ashiwel S — City College of New York
- Study coordinator: Undieh, Ashiwel S
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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.