Supporting health research for Tribal Members and communities
Official title: ITCA NARCH 12 Grant
Funded at Inter Tribal Council of Arizona, INC. · NIH-10917093 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about improving health for American Indian and Alaska Native communities by working together with local tribes to support research that truly matters to them, while also encouraging Native students and faculty to get involved.
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 start | September 1, 2022 |
| Project end | July 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $1,083,671 |
| NIH project number | 5S06GM146125-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10917093 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation are American Indian and Alaska Native individuals living in Arizona who are interested in health research.
✕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 focuses on enhancing health outcomes for American Indian and Alaska Native communities by supporting health research projects that honor Tribal sovereignty. It aims to build partnerships between the University of Arizona and the Inter Tribal Council of Arizona to develop research capacity and infrastructure within these communities. The initiative promotes the involvement of Native students and faculty in health disparities research, ensuring that the research conducted is relevant and beneficial to Tribal Members. By leveraging institutional resources, the project seeks to create effective pathways for addressing health issues pertinent to these populations.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and reduced health disparities for Tribal Members.
How similar studies have gone: Similar research initiatives have shown success in enhancing health outcomes and reducing disparities in Indigenous populations, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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Inter Tribal Council of Arizona, INC.
Phoenix, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dadgar, Maria — Inter Tribal Council of Arizona, INC.
- Study coordinator: Dadgar, Maria
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.