Supporting Native American and Alaskan Native students in Environmental Health Sciences
Enriching Undergraduate Research Experiences & Knowledge Applied in Environmental Health Sciences (EUREKA-EHS)
This study is all about helping American Indian and Alaskan Native students at Salish Kootenai College learn more about Environmental Health Sciences by offering them mentoring and hands-on experiences that honor their cultural knowledge, so they can explore advanced degrees in this field.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Salish Kootenai College NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pablo, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11031039 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research initiative focuses on enhancing the educational experiences of American Indian and Alaskan Native students in the field of Environmental Health Sciences (EHS). It aims to create a supportive environment at Salish Kootenai College, which includes mentoring and research opportunities that respect and integrate indigenous knowledge. The program will engage 15-20 students over five years, providing them with hands-on experiences and exposure to advanced degrees in EHS. By leveraging high-impact educational practices, the project seeks to bridge the gap between indigenous and western scientific perspectives.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are American Indian and Alaskan Native undergraduate students interested in pursuing careers in Environmental Health Sciences.
Not a fit: Students from non-indigenous backgrounds or those not pursuing studies in Environmental Health Sciences may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase the representation and success of Native American and Alaskan Native students in STEM fields, particularly in Environmental Health Sciences.
How similar studies have performed: Similar initiatives have shown success in increasing minority representation in STEM fields, making this approach both promising and relevant.
Where this research is happening
Pablo, United States
- Salish Kootenai College — Pablo, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Comstock, Clay Edward Scott — Salish Kootenai College
- Study coordinator: Comstock, Clay Edward Scott
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.