Program to enhance science education for American Indian and Alaska Native students
UA Student Dev: Rising Stars Program for AI/AN Students at UArizona
The Rising Stars program is all about helping American Indian and Alaska Native students learn more about health science through fun, hands-on activities in their own communities, using lessons that respect and include their cultural backgrounds.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Inter Tribal Council of Arizona, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Phoenix, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10917102 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The Rising Stars program focuses on American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) students at the University of Arizona and high school students from Arizona reservations and urban areas. It aims to enhance health science research literacy through culturally informed science education delivered via mobile labs in Tribal communities. The program includes developing science curricula based on Indigenous knowledge, implementing a science ambassador program for college students, and creating Tribe-specific education initiatives. This community-driven approach seeks to empower Tribal communities and elevate their research capacity.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are American Indian and Alaska Native students, particularly those in high school or college within Arizona.
Not a fit: Students outside the American Indian and Alaska Native communities or those not residing in Arizona may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly improve health science literacy and research capacity within American Indian and Alaska Native communities.
How similar studies have performed: Similar community-driven educational programs have shown success in enhancing science literacy and engagement among underrepresented populations.
Where this research is happening
Phoenix, United States
- Inter Tribal Council of Arizona, INC. — Phoenix, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Solomon, Teshia G. Arambula — Inter Tribal Council of Arizona, INC.
- Study coordinator: Solomon, Teshia G. Arambula
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 below.