Training future leaders in neurology and health equity.
Official title: ENLIGHTEN (ENgaging Leaders In Global and local HealTh Equity in Neurology)
Funded at University of California, San Francisco · NIH-10849549 · Data updated 2026-11-12
The ENLIGHTEN program is helping doctors and scientists learn how to better tackle health issues in neurology, especially for people who don’t have easy access to care, so they can create lasting solutions for communities in need both here and around the world.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Francisco NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project start | August 15, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $232,336 |
| NIH project number | 1T32NS131126-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10849549 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals affected by neurologic disorders, especially those from marginalized or underserved communities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with neurologic disorders who are already receiving adequate care and do not face health disparities may not benefit directly from this research.
What this research studies
The ENLIGHTEN program aims to train clinician researchers and PhD scientists to lead efforts in addressing health disparities in neurology. This initiative focuses on equipping participants with the skills necessary to translate scientific findings into effective interventions that improve access to care for neurologic disorders. By emphasizing community and population health, the program seeks to develop sustainable solutions for underserved populations both in the US and globally. Participants will benefit from a robust interdisciplinary environment at UCSF, which includes mentorship from experts in global neurology and health equity.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve healthcare access and outcomes for patients with neurologic disorders, particularly among underserved populations.
How similar studies have gone: Other research initiatives focused on health equity in neurology have shown promise, indicating that targeted training and interventions can lead to meaningful improvements in patient outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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University of California, San Francisco
San Francisco, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ovbiagele, Bruce — University of California, San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Ovbiagele, Bruce
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.