Improving research opportunities at Meharry Medical College
Official title: STrengthening Research OpportuNities for Growth at Meharry Medical College (Meharry-STRONG)
Funded at Meharry Medical College · NIH-11167437 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about making research at Meharry Medical College even better by figuring out what’s working and what needs improvement, so that students and faculty can have more support and opportunities in their research careers.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Meharry Medical College NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Nashville, United States) |
| Project start | August 10, 2024 |
| Project end | February 28, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $363,750 |
| NIH project number | 5UC2MD019626-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11167437 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include students and faculty at Meharry Medical College who are involved in or interested in biomedical research.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not affiliated with Meharry Medical College or who do not have an interest in biomedical research may not receive direct benefits from this initiative.
What this research studies
This project aims to enhance the research capabilities at Meharry Medical College by assessing current research capacity and developing a comprehensive action plan. The approach involves engaging stakeholders to conduct a thorough needs assessment using both qualitative and quantitative methods. The results will be analyzed to identify key areas for improvement, leading to a strategic plan that outlines specific interventions to strengthen research infrastructure and support the development of research careers for students and faculty. Ultimately, this initiative seeks to create a more competitive environment for biomedical research at Meharry.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the research environment and opportunities for students and faculty at Meharry Medical College.
How similar studies have gone: While this approach to enhancing research capacity is not widely tested, similar initiatives at other institutions have shown promise in improving research outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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Meharry Medical College
Nashville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lindsey, Merry L. — Meharry Medical College
- Study coordinator: Lindsey, Merry L.
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.