Mississippi Center for Clinical and Translational Research (MCCTR) at UMMC
Official title: MS Center for Clinical and Translational Research
Funded at University of Mississippi Med Ctr · NIH-11435572 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A national-level research program in Mississippi is building a coordinated approach to improve health and reduce chronic diseases, including dementia, by linking hospitals, universities, and community partners.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Mississippi Med Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Jackson, United States) |
| Project start | August 18, 2016 |
| Project end | July 31, 2031 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $5,185,402 |
| NIH project number | 2P50GM115428-11 |
| Project ID | NIH-11435572 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Individuals with or at risk for dementia and other chronic conditions in Mississippi, particularly those connected to UMMC and partner institutions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients not currently connected to the participating sites or those unlikely to be eligible for future translational trials may see limited direct benefit.
What this research studies
This grant funds a comprehensive effort to create and run an integrated clinical and translational research program across multiple Mississippi institutions. It focuses on addressing major chronic diseases—such as obesity, diabetes, kidney disease, hypertension, heart disease, cancer, maternal/fetal disorders, and dementia—by strengthening governance, cores, and partnerships. Participants could benefit from improvements in care through faster translation of discoveries into practice and better access to research resources in their communities.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the program could accelerate delivery of effective care and prevention strategies for dementia and other chronic diseases in Mississippi.
How similar studies have gone: Previous translational centers have shown improvements in coordinating care and accelerating research translation, though results vary by region and disease focus.
Where this research is happening
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University of Mississippi Med Ctr
Jackson, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Granger, Joey P. — University of Mississippi Med Ctr
- Study coordinator: Granger, Joey P.
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.