Training program to improve research ethics in Ghana
Official title: New York University-University of Ghana Research Integrity Training Program (NYU-UG RITP)
Funded at University of Ghana · NIH-11004630 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This program is all about improving how research is done ethically in Ghana by teaming up with New York University to train teachers and offer workshops, so that people can learn the best practices in research ethics and get support for their careers.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Ghana NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Legon, Ghana) |
| Project start | August 5, 2018 |
| Project end | January 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $247,448 |
| NIH project number | 5R25TW010886-08 |
| Project ID | NIH-11004630 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include healthcare professionals and researchers in Ghana who are involved in or interested in research ethics.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in research or do not work in healthcare or academic settings may not receive direct benefits from this program.
What this research studies
This program aims to enhance research ethics and integrity in Ghana through a partnership between New York University and the University of Ghana. It focuses on strengthening faculty and curriculum in bioethics, developing capacity-building workshops, and providing fellowships for individuals to gain expertise in research ethics. By addressing the urgent training needs of personnel in Ghana's research ethics system, the program seeks to create a sustainable framework for ethical research practices. Participants will benefit from mentorship and career development opportunities.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved ethical standards in research practices in Ghana, ultimately benefiting patient care and health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Similar initiatives in research ethics training have shown success in other regions, indicating the potential for positive outcomes in Ghana as well.
Where this research is happening
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University of Ghana
Legon, Ghana Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Laar, Amos — University of Ghana
- Study coordinator: Laar, Amos
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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.