Training in understanding kidney disease in diverse populations
Official title: Mentored Training in Molecular Epidemiology of Chronic Kidney Disease in Diverse Populations
Funded at Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill · NIH-10924028 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking into what causes chronic kidney disease, especially in diverse groups like Black, Hispanic/Latino, and American Indian adults, to help find better treatments and improve health for everyone, while also training new researchers from underrepresented backgrounds.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chapel Hill, United States) |
| Project start | September 15, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $69,237 |
| NIH project number | 5K26DK138425-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10924028 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals from diverse backgrounds, particularly those at risk for chronic kidney disease, including Blacks, Hispanics/Latinos, and American Indians.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not belong to the targeted diverse populations or who do not have risk factors for chronic kidney disease may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on chronic kidney disease, which affects a significant number of adults in the U.S., particularly among diverse populations such as Blacks, Hispanics/Latinos, and American Indians. It aims to investigate the molecular and epidemiological factors that contribute to this condition, with the goal of improving public health strategies and developing effective treatments. The project will also mentor junior researchers from underrepresented groups, enhancing their skills in this critical area of study. By fostering a diverse research environment, the initiative seeks to address health disparities in chronic kidney disease.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better prevention strategies and treatments for chronic kidney disease, particularly in underserved populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in addressing health disparities in chronic diseases through targeted epidemiological studies, indicating that this approach has potential for impactful outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Franceschini, Nora — Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
- Study coordinator: Franceschini, Nora
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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.