South Dakota Pediatric Clinical Trials Network (SoDakPCTN)
Funded at Avera Mckennan · NIH-11401386 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A statewide program to expand pediatric clinical trials in rural South Dakota so children, including American Indian communities, have better access to new treatments and care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Avera Mckennan NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Sioux Falls, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2020 |
| Project end | May 31, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $156,931 |
| NIH project number | 5UG1OD030019-07 |
| Project ID | NIH-11401386 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Children and adolescents from rural areas of South Dakota, including American Indian communities, who are eligible for pediatric clinical trials.
✕Less likely to help
Patients whose conditions are not currently offered in ongoing or planned trials may not directly benefit.
What this research studies
This project aims to grow pediatric clinical trial capacity across hospitals and community settings in South Dakota. It focuses on reaching rural and American Indian populations by building partnerships and training sites to conduct multi-site pediatric trials. The initiative will develop and share findings, strengthen local trial capabilities, and engage community groups to improve trial reach, rigor, and feasibility. By leveraging existing collaborations, SoDakPCTN seeks to bring cutting-edge pediatric research closer to families who face long travel times and limited access to specialized care.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, children in South Dakota could access higher-quality trials and innovative therapies closer to home.
How similar studies have gone: Past efforts have shown that building local trial capacity can improve participation and access, with meaningful improvements in trial reach for rural populations.
Where this research is happening
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Avera Mckennan
Sioux Falls, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Angal, Jyoti — Avera Mckennan
- Study coordinator: Angal, Jyoti
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.