Training future scientists to improve health equity in communities
Official title: Research to Advance Connected and Community Health Equity (ReACH Equity)
Funded at University of California at Davis · NIH-10977221 · Data updated 2026-11-12
The ReACH Equity program at UC Davis is helping students learn how to tackle health issues in underserved communities, so they can create better health solutions for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California at Davis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Davis, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $192,844 |
| NIH project number | 1T32NR021294-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10977221 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals from historically and presently marginalized communities who are affected by health inequities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not belong to marginalized communities may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
The ReACH Equity program at UC Davis focuses on training predoctoral students to address health disparities in marginalized communities. This initiative aims to equip trainees with the skills to conduct innovative research that promotes health equity across various levels, including systemic, community, and individual. Participants will engage in multidisciplinary approaches and learn to design, implement, and evaluate health-focused studies. The program emphasizes community engagement and prepares trainees for diverse career paths in academia, public policy, and industry.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and reduced disparities for marginalized communities.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in training programs aimed at addressing health equity, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of California at Davis
Davis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Simmons, Leigh Ann — University of California at Davis
- Study coordinator: Simmons, Leigh Ann
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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.