Improving research ethics for Indigenous data governance in Arizona
UA CE Project: Enhancing Early Career Research Ethics to Support Indigenous Research Governance
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · INTER TRIBAL COUNCIL OF ARIZONA, INC. · NIH-10917096
This study is all about helping new researchers learn how to work respectfully and ethically with Indigenous communities in Arizona, so they can build better relationships and protect important data while doing their research.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | INTER TRIBAL COUNCIL OF ARIZONA, INC. (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (PHOENIX, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10917096 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This project focuses on enhancing the ethical training of early career researchers working with Indigenous communities in Arizona. It aims to fill gaps in knowledge regarding Indigenous research ethics and data governance practices. Through a cohort model, 60 early career faculty members from three public universities will receive training over four years. The initiative seeks to foster equitable science practices that protect Indigenous communities and their data while strengthening relationships between researchers and tribal nations.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include early career faculty and researchers engaged in health research with Indigenous communities in Arizona.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in research or do not belong to Indigenous communities may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more ethical and equitable research practices that better protect Indigenous communities and their data.
How similar studies have performed: While this approach is innovative in its specific focus on Indigenous data governance, similar initiatives have shown promise in enhancing ethical research practices in other contexts.
Where this research is happening
PHOENIX, UNITED STATES
- INTER TRIBAL COUNCIL OF ARIZONA, INC. — PHOENIX, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: CARROLL, STEPHANIE RUSSO — INTER TRIBAL COUNCIL OF ARIZONA, INC.
- Study coordinator: CARROLL, STEPHANIE RUSSO
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.