JCOIN Phase II TCU Clinical Research Hub
Funded at Texas Christian University · NIH-11401212 · Data updated 2026-11-12
Aimed at improving how communities respond to substance use and public safety by testing practical, real-world strategies that involve the public and local partners.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Texas Christian University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Fort Worth, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2025 |
| Project end | May 31, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $1,460,412 |
| NIH project number | 5RM1DA064502-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11401212 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Not a clinical trial; community participants may include residents, public safety personnel, and service providers involved in Deflection initiatives.
✕Less likely to help
Some community members may not directly benefit if the engagement strategies do not apply to their local context.
What this research studies
This grant supports a Phase II, RM1 effort at Texas Christian University to study how Deflection and Pre-Arrest Diversion programs affect overdose and crime outcomes in communities. Using a Hybrid Type 3 approach, the project will examine public health and safety results while testing real-world implementation strategies that emphasize strong community engagement. A diverse team of investigators and partners will work with local stakeholders to determine how best to implement two bundles of engagement strategies to promote Deflection models. The work focuses on opioid and stimulant outcomes and aims to generate practical guidance for communities and policy makers.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, communities could adopt proven engagement strategies to reduce overdoses and improve safety.
How similar studies have gone: Previous implementation research in related areas has shown that community engagement can improve uptake of public-safety and health interventions.
Where this research is happening
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Texas Christian University
Fort Worth, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Becan, Jennifer Renea — Texas Christian University
- Study coordinator: Becan, Jennifer Renea
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.