Promoting diversity in aging research through education and summer experiences
Official title: Alabama State University-Auburn University Partnership to Promote Diversity in Aging Research
Funded at Alabama State University · NIH-10896971 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping students from underserved backgrounds, especially African American students, gain the skills and experiences they need to work in aging research and healthcare, so they can help improve health for everyone as we get older.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Alabama State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Montgomery, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2022 |
| Project end | August 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $291,400 |
| NIH project number | 5R25AG070244-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10896971 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation are underserved students, particularly those from African American backgrounds, interested in pursuing careers in aging research or healthcare.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not students or who do not belong to underrepresented backgrounds in the biomedical field may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This project aims to address health disparities related to aging by diversifying the research and educational workforce in the field. It focuses on providing educational modules and summer research experiences for underserved students, particularly those from African American backgrounds. By partnering Alabama State University with Auburn University, the initiative seeks to enhance the skills and knowledge of students, preparing them for careers in aging research and healthcare. The program emphasizes the importance of socio-behavioral changes and educational support to improve health outcomes in diverse communities.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a more diverse workforce in aging research, ultimately improving health outcomes for underserved populations.
How similar studies have gone: Other initiatives aimed at diversifying the biomedical workforce have shown promise, indicating that this approach could be effective in addressing health disparities.
Where this research is happening
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Alabama State University
Montgomery, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mishra, Manoj K. — Alabama State University
- Study coordinator: Mishra, Manoj K.
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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.