Improving trauma care and mental health support in Ukraine after mass violence.
Official title: Building Research Capacity for Implementation of Outcomes Research and Evidence-Based trauma care after Mass Violence, in Ukraine.
Funded at Texas A&m University Health Science Ctr · NIH-11037982 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping people in Ukraine who are dealing with trauma from the conflict by training local healthcare workers to provide better support for conditions like PTSD, depression, and anxiety, so they can offer the best care possible to those in need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Texas A&m University Health Science Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (College Station, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2023 |
| Project end | February 29, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $247,430 |
| NIH project number | 5D43TW012463-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11037982 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Ukrainians, both civilians and military personnel, who have experienced trauma due to the ongoing conflict.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who have not been exposed to combat-related trauma or who are outside the geographic focus of Ukraine may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the capacity for trauma care and mental health support in Ukraine, where many individuals have been affected by combat-related trauma. It focuses on training local healthcare professionals in evidence-based practices for treating conditions such as PTSD, depression, and anxiety. By collaborating with both Ukrainian and US experts, the project seeks to implement effective trauma care strategies and improve mental health outcomes for those affected by the ongoing conflict. The methodology includes workshops and training sessions designed to build local expertise in trauma care.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve mental health treatment and support for trauma-affected individuals in Ukraine.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in implementing evidence-based trauma care in similar conflict-affected regions, indicating the potential effectiveness of this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Texas A&m University Health Science Ctr
College Station, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Liberzon, Israel — Texas A&m University Health Science Ctr
- Study coordinator: Liberzon, Israel
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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.