Training future neurologists to improve access to care for underserved populations
Official title: Building Research Aspirations In Neurology
Funded at New York University School of Medicine · NIH-11003267 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This program is designed to help college students from underrepresented backgrounds explore the field of neurology research, giving them hands-on experience to better understand and improve care for people facing neurological conditions, especially those from underserved communities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | January 1, 2023 |
| Project end | December 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $134,928 |
| NIH project number | 5R25NS125593-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11003267 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are undergraduate students from underrepresented minority groups interested in pursuing careers in neurology.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not part of underserved populations or those not involved in the educational program may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This program aims to address the shortage of underrepresented minority clinician-researchers in neurology by introducing undergraduate students to clinical neurology research. Participants will engage in a 10-week hands-on training experience focused on translational neuroscience, epidemiology, and patient-centered research. The program specifically targets healthcare disparities in neurological conditions and seeks to improve access to care for underserved populations. By fostering a new generation of neurologists, the initiative aims to enhance treatment options and outcomes for diverse ethnic and racial groups.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved access to neurological care and better treatment outcomes for underserved populations.
How similar studies have gone: Other programs aimed at increasing diversity in medical fields have shown success in improving healthcare access and outcomes, suggesting a positive outlook for this initiative.
Where this research is happening
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New York University School of Medicine
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Minen, Mia — New York University School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Minen, Mia
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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.