Supporting educational and research efforts for American Indian and Alaska Native communities
Official title: NARCH 11 Administrative CORE
Funded at Indian Health Council, INC. · NIH-10925170 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about improving health research and education for American Indian and Alaska Native communities by working closely with tribal leaders and members to make sure the projects really meet their needs and priorities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Indian Health Council, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Valley Center, United States) |
| Project start | September 20, 2021 |
| Project end | July 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $35,465 |
| NIH project number | 5S06GM142117-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-10925170 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are American Indian and Alaska Native individuals, particularly those engaged in or interested in health research and education.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as American Indian or Alaska Native may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research initiative focuses on enhancing educational and research opportunities for American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) populations through the CA-NARCH Student Development Program. It aims to foster community-based participatory research by involving tribal leaders and members in the decision-making process. The program provides administrative support, communication coordination, and cultural integration to ensure that health research projects align with the needs and priorities of the local tribes. By building research capacity and trust within these communities, the initiative seeks to address health disparities affecting AI/AN populations.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could empower AI/AN communities by improving health outcomes and increasing their involvement in health research.
How similar studies have gone: Previous iterations of the NARCH program have shown success in enhancing research capacity and community engagement among AI/AN populations.
Where this research is happening
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Indian Health Council, INC.
Valley Center, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Calac, Daniel J. — Indian Health Council, INC.
- Study coordinator: Calac, Daniel J.
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.