Training program for indigenous neuroscientists in South America
Multidisciplinary Training Program on Neuropsychiatry and Behavioral Disorders in First Nations (NEUFIN)
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HLTH SCIENCE CENTER · NIH-10890763
This program is helping indigenous scholars from Bolivia, Peru, and Argentina learn more about brain health and mental wellness, so they can better support their communities through scholarships, research opportunities, and training in neuroscience.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HLTH SCIENCE CENTER (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (SAN ANTONIO, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10890763 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This program focuses on training and mentoring indigenous scholars from Bolivia, Peru, and Argentina in the fields of neuropsychiatry and behavioral disorders. It aims to build capacity among Quechua-speaking scientists through a graduate program in neuroscience, which includes scholarships and research opportunities at prestigious institutions. Participants will engage in multidisciplinary research involving neuroimaging, genetics, and epidemiology, enhancing their skills and knowledge to address mental health issues in their communities. The program also fosters an online innovation ecosystem to support ongoing career development.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are indigenous scholars and faculty from First Nations in Bolivia, Peru, and Argentina who are interested in neuroscience and behavioral health.
Not a fit: Patients outside of the indigenous communities in South America or those not involved in academic or research training may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could empower indigenous communities by developing local expertise in neuroscience and improving mental health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: This approach of training local scientists in underserved populations has shown promise in other regions, indicating potential for success in this context.
Where this research is happening
SAN ANTONIO, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HLTH SCIENCE CENTER — SAN ANTONIO, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: DE ERAUSQUIN, GABRIEL ALEJANDRO — UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HLTH SCIENCE CENTER
- Study coordinator: DE ERAUSQUIN, GABRIEL ALEJANDRO
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 below.
Conditions: Behavior Disorders, Brain Diseases, Brain Disorders