MT INBRE: A Multidisciplinary Research Network
Funded at Montana State University - Bozeman · NIH-11379576 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A nationwide Montana program connects universities and health partners to share findings and boost community-based health research, with a focus on cancers and American Indian health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Montana State University - Bozeman NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bozeman, United States) |
| Project start | September 25, 2001 |
| Project end | April 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $4,022,793 |
| NIH project number | 5P20GM103474-26 |
| Project ID | NIH-11379576 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates are individuals in Montana communities affected by cancer or health disparities who may participate in CBPR projects, community surveys, or partnerships with local health organizations.
✕Less likely to help
Participants not directly involved in CBPR activities or community partnerships may not experience direct benefits.
What this research studies
This grant supports a collaborative network across Montana and the Western region to strengthen community-engaged research and dissemination. It emphasizes training researchers and students in CBPR methods and partners with CAIRHE and other INBRE programs to share data, models, and funding opportunities. The goal is to improve health outcomes in Montana by making research findings accessible to communities and integrating research into real-world health efforts.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, it could accelerate community-driven cancer research and translate findings into actions that improve health in Montana communities.
How similar studies have gone: Similar INBRE/COBRE programs have shown that community engagement and networked collaboration can enhance research translation and capacity building.
Where this research is happening
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Montana State University - Bozeman
Bozeman, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bothner, Brian P — Montana State University - Bozeman
- Study coordinator: Bothner, Brian P
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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.