Summer Research Training for Tribal Health Professionals
Official title: Summer Research Training Institute for Tribal Health Professionals
Funded at Northwest Portland Area Indian Hlth Bd · NIH-11360271 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A funded program to boost research skills for American Indian/Alaska Native health researchers and students through courses, workshops, and a new undergraduate track.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwest Portland Area Indian Hlth Bd NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Portland, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2026 |
| Project end | July 31, 2031 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $585,382 |
| NIH project number | 1S06GM164575-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11360271 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates are American Indian/Alaska Native health professionals, researchers, and students (including undergraduates) seeking to enhance research skills and careers.
✕Less likely to help
If a participant is not involved in Tribal health research or does not engage with the training activities, they may not benefit from this grant.
What this research studies
This NIH grant funds a summer training institute to help Tribal health professionals and students build skills in biomedical, clinical, behavioral, and population-based research. It builds on prior success and adds an undergraduate STEM/health sciences track to broaden participation. The program includes annual courses, new short courses each year, and ongoing support for trainees to develop manuscripts and grant applications. Trainees gain mentorship from Tribal role models and experienced researchers to advance their careers in research and health promotion within their communities.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, Tribal researchers will be better equipped to conduct high-quality studies and secure competitive funding to improve health in American Indian/Alaska Native communities.
How similar studies have gone: The program builds on a successful track record of similar career development efforts in Tribal health research and aims to expand participation.
Where this research is happening
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Northwest Portland Area Indian Hlth Bd
Portland, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Becker, Thomas Mark — Northwest Portland Area Indian Hlth Bd
- Study coordinator: Becker, Thomas Mark
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.