TRANSCEND: Translational science to improve North Dakota health
Official title: Translational Science Engaging North Dakota (TRANSCEND)
Funded at University of North Dakota · NIH-11392895 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A program to build and speed patient-centered translational research in North Dakota, focusing on the health problems most common in the state including neurodegenerative diseases and cancer.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of North Dakota NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Grand Forks, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $2,146,647 |
| NIH project number | 5P20GM155890-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11392895 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Patients in North Dakota with Alzheimer’s disease/dementia, Parkinson’s disease, colorectal cancer, or related conditions who might benefit from future translational research opportunities.
✕Less likely to help
Individuals not currently diagnosed with ND-specific health problems or who are not engaged in translational research activities may not directly benefit.
What this research studies
TRANSCEND is a translational research development program based in North Dakota that aims to boost collaboration between universities and clinics. It provides training, resources, and streamlined processes to move research ideas from the lab to patient care. The initiative targets diseases prevalent in ND, such as Alzheimer’s-related conditions and colorectal cancer, with attention to environmental factors that could influence health. By strengthening research infrastructure and support, it seeks to yield practical health improvements for North Dakotans.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: It could speed new diagnostics, treatments, or care strategies tailored to ND populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous translational programs have shown that dedicated infrastructure and training can accelerate bringing research advances to patients.
Where this research is happening
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University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Schwartz, Gary G — University of North Dakota
- Study coordinator: Schwartz, Gary G
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.