Training Native American researchers in population health sciences
Official title: Research Fellowships for NW Tribal Population Health Sciences Students
Funded at Northwest Portland Area Indian Hlth Bd · NIH-10902083 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping American Indian and Alaska Native students, especially from Northwest tribes, become skilled researchers in health sciences by giving them mentorship and hands-on training opportunities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwest Portland Area Indian Hlth Bd NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Portland, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2022 |
| Project end | July 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $606,223 |
| NIH project number | 5S06GM145214-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10902083 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation are AI/AN students enrolled in graduate or undergraduate programs focused on population health sciences.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not AI/AN or who are not pursuing education in health sciences may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This project aims to increase the number of well-trained American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) researchers who can conduct population health sciences research. The program will support graduate and undergraduate AI/AN students, particularly those from Northwest tribes, by providing mentorship and skill-building opportunities. Participants will engage in mentored research projects, attend workshops, and receive training through various formats, including online seminars and in-person events. The initiative seeks to enhance research competencies and prepare students for careers in health sciences.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a greater representation of AI/AN researchers in health sciences, ultimately improving health outcomes in tribal communities.
How similar studies have gone: Previous initiatives aimed at increasing diversity in health research have shown success, indicating that this approach has potential for positive outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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Northwest Portland Area Indian Hlth Bd
Portland, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Becker, Thomas Mark — Northwest Portland Area Indian Hlth Bd
- Study coordinator: Becker, Thomas Mark
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.