Minnesota Center for Reducing Chronic Diseases and Promoting Fair Health
Official title: Center for Chronic Disease Reduction and Equity Promotion Across Minnesota (C2DREAM)
Funded at University of Minnesota · NIH-11163255 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This center works to improve the health of people across Minnesota by reducing chronic diseases and making sure everyone has fair access to health resources.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Minnesota NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Minneapolis, United States) |
| Project start | September 24, 2021 |
| Project end | December 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $764,128 |
| NIH project number | 5P50MD017342-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-11163255 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Patients living in Minnesota who are affected by or at risk for chronic diseases, especially those from communities experiencing health disparities, could potentially benefit from the center's initiatives.
✕Less likely to help
Patients living outside of Minnesota or those whose health conditions are not related to chronic diseases or health equity may not directly benefit from this specific center's work.
What this research studies
This center brings together experts to address long-term health conditions like diabetes and heart disease throughout Minnesota. We are dedicated to understanding and overcoming health differences, ensuring that all communities, especially those often overlooked, have an equal opportunity for good health. Our work involves developing new ways to prevent and manage chronic illnesses, as well as creating programs that promote health equity. We aim to make a lasting positive impact on the health and well-being of all Minnesotans.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: This center could lead to more effective strategies for preventing and managing chronic diseases, particularly for underserved communities in Minnesota.
How similar studies have gone: Other centers focused on health disparities and chronic disease prevention have demonstrated success in improving community health outcomes through coordinated efforts.
Where this research is happening
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University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Allen, Michele L — University of Minnesota
- Study coordinator: Allen, Michele L
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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.