Increasing diversity among clinician researchers in rural Appalachia
Official title: Renewal of Summer Research Program
Funded at Charles George VA Medical Center · NIH-11047919 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to get more doctors and researchers from rural areas, especially in the South-Central Appalachian region, involved in clinical trials so that the healthcare needs of local Veterans are better understood and met.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Charles George VA Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Asheville, United States) |
| Project start | November 1, 2024 |
| Project end | November 2, 2024 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| NIH project number | 1I01BX007000-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11047919 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are rural Veterans living in the South-Central Appalachian region who are interested in participating in clinical research.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not reside in rural areas or are not Veterans may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research program aims to enhance the diversity of clinician researchers and expand research capacity in rural areas, particularly focusing on the South-Central Appalachian region. By addressing the enrollment inequities faced by rural Veterans in clinical trials, the program seeks to ensure that the unique healthcare needs of these populations are represented in research. The initiative involves building partnerships with local communities and academic institutions to foster a better understanding of VA research among potential and existing clinician researchers.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare practices and outcomes for rural Veterans by ensuring their specific needs are considered in clinical research.
How similar studies have gone: Previous initiatives aimed at increasing diversity in clinical research have shown promise, suggesting that this approach could be effective in addressing the unique needs of rural populations.
Where this research is happening
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Charles George VA Medical Center
Asheville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Geigle, Paula Richley — Charles George VA Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Geigle, Paula Richley
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.