Supporting Indigenous researchers to address substance use issues
Pilot Project Core
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 ID | NIH-10913553 on NIH RePORTER |
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.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include Indigenous individuals and communities affected by substance use disparities.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as Indigenous or are not affected by substance use issues may not receive direct benefits from this research.
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 performed: 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
Baltimore, United States
- Johns Hopkins University — Baltimore, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: O’keefe, Victoria — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: O’keefe, Victoria
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.