Supporting health research for Tribal Members and communities
ITCA NARCH 12 Grant
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · INTER TRIBAL COUNCIL OF ARIZONA, INC. · NIH-10917093
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
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | INTER TRIBAL COUNCIL OF ARIZONA, INC. (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (PHOENIX, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10917093 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
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.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are American Indian and Alaska Native individuals living in Arizona who are interested in health research.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as American Indian or Alaska Native may not receive direct benefits from this research.
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 performed: 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
PHOENIX, UNITED STATES
- 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 below.