Investigating how structural racism affects organ donation rates among different racial groups
The Effect Of Structural Racism On Racial And Geographic Disparities In Deceased Organ Donation
This study looks at how unfair treatment in healthcare affects the chances of Black people donating organs compared to White people, aiming to find ways to improve organ donation rates for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10860992 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research examines the impact of structural racism on racial and geographic disparities in deceased organ donation rates. It focuses on understanding how healthcare resource availability, influenced by systemic racism, affects the likelihood of organ donation among Black individuals compared to White individuals. By linking data from various national databases, the study aims to uncover the underlying factors contributing to these disparities and identify potential interventions to improve organ donation rates. The research seeks to provide a more comprehensive view of the organ donor pool beyond just inpatient deaths.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals from racial minority groups, particularly Black individuals, who are affected by disparities in organ donation.
Not a fit: Patients who are not part of racial minority groups or those who do not have an interest in organ donation may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to increased organ donation rates among underrepresented racial groups, ultimately improving access to transplantation for all patients.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies addressing racial disparities in healthcare, this research takes a novel approach by specifically linking structural racism to organ donation rates, making it a unique investigation.
Where this research is happening
Baltimore, United States
- Johns Hopkins University — Baltimore, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Brown, Lawrence — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Brown, Lawrence
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.