Increasing support for Black scholars in aging studies
Official title: Elevating efforts to recruit and retain HBCU scholars in the field of aging
Funded at Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill · NIH-10980546 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping students from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) get involved in the field of aging by creating more opportunities for them to learn and connect with experienced professionals, which could lead to better care for older adults in the future.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chapel Hill, United States) |
| Project start | November 7, 2023 |
| Project end | October 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $49,971 |
| NIH project number | 5R13AG085949-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10980546 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include Black students and early-career professionals interested in gerontology and aging.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not affiliated with HBCUs or who do not have an interest in gerontology may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the recruitment and retention of scholars from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in the field of aging. It aims to address the lack of professional development opportunities and resources for these scholars by organizing conferences and networking events. By fostering collaborations among emerging scientists and established professionals in gerontology, the project seeks to build a diverse workforce equipped to meet the needs of an aging population. Patients may benefit indirectly through improved advocacy and care from a more diverse group of health professionals.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a more diverse and well-trained workforce in geriatric care, ultimately improving health outcomes for aging populations.
How similar studies have gone: While the approach of enhancing support for HBCU scholars is innovative, similar initiatives in other fields have shown success in increasing diversity and improving outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Baker, Tamara a — Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
- Study coordinator: Baker, Tamara a
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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.