Supporting Indigenous researchers to address substance use issues
Official title: Pilot Project Core
Funded at Johns Hopkins University · NIH-10913553 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping American Indian and Alaska Native researchers get more involved in public health, especially when it comes to understanding and tackling substance use issues in their communities, by offering funding and mentorship to support their research efforts.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $194,163 |
| NIH project number | 5P50DA058619-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10913553 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include Indigenous individuals and communities affected by substance use disparities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as Indigenous or are not affected by substance use issues may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on increasing the representation of American Indian and Alaska Native researchers in public health, particularly in the area of substance use. It aims to provide funding and mentorship for Indigenous and allied researchers to explore and address substance use disparities within their communities. The project will involve listening sessions to identify barriers and priorities for launching independent research careers, and it will create a review process for innovative pilot project applications. By fostering collaboration and support, this initiative seeks to advance health equity for Indigenous populations.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could empower Indigenous researchers to effectively address substance use issues in their communities, leading to improved health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Other initiatives aimed at increasing diversity in public health research have shown promise, suggesting that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
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Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: O’keefe, Victoria — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: O’keefe, Victoria
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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.