Supporting the training of a Ph.D. student in environmental health research.
Diversity Supplement - Diego Ruiz
This study is helping a Ph.D. student named Diego learn more about how tiny plastic particles in our environment might affect our gut health, while also encouraging more diverse voices in science.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of New Mexico Health Scis Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Albuquerque, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11022777 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on promoting diversity in health-related research by supporting the graduate training of Diego Ruiz, a Ph.D. student at the University of New Mexico. The project aims to enhance understanding of environmental health risks, particularly how microplastics affect intestinal health. Diego's training includes mentorship and the completion of a research project that will contribute to scientific knowledge and encourage underrepresented groups to pursue careers in science. The research involves studying gene expression changes in response to environmental exposures.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals interested in environmental health and those from underrepresented backgrounds in the sciences.
Not a fit: Patients who are not interested in environmental health or do not meet the criteria for underrepresented groups may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding of environmental health risks and promote diversity in the biomedical field.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in promoting diversity in health-related fields and understanding environmental health impacts, making this approach both relevant and promising.
Where this research is happening
Albuquerque, United States
- University of New Mexico Health Scis Ctr — Albuquerque, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Castillo, Eliseo F — University of New Mexico Health Scis Ctr
- Study coordinator: Castillo, Eliseo F
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.