Preventing and controlling injuries and violence in rural communities
Official title: CE24-001, Grants for Injury Control Research Centers (ICRC) - 2024
Funded at University of Iowa · NIH-10759961 · Data updated 2026-11-12
The University of Iowa is working on new ways to prevent injuries and violence, especially in rural areas, by teaming up with a diverse group of researchers to help communities, particularly low-income families and older adults, feel safer and recover better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Iowa NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Iowa City, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $850,000 |
| NIH project number | 1R49CE003710-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10759961 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include low-income families, racial and ethnic minorities, and older adults living in rural communities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients living in urban areas or those not affected by injuries or violence may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
The University of Iowa Injury Prevention Research Center (IPRC) focuses on innovative strategies to prevent and control injuries and violence, particularly in rural areas. This research involves a multidisciplinary approach, engaging 70 researchers from various fields to address the social and structural factors contributing to injury disparities. The IPRC will conduct outreach and training, targeting populations disproportionately affected by these issues, including low-income families and older adults. By collaborating with local and state partners, the center aims to optimize recovery and improve community safety.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant improvements in injury prevention and recovery strategies for vulnerable populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research in injury prevention has shown success in addressing similar issues, indicating that this approach has the potential for meaningful impact.
Where this research is happening
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University of Iowa
Iowa City, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Casteel, Carri — University of Iowa
- Study coordinator: Casteel, Carri
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.