Understanding health disparities in elderly Indigenous populations
Official title: Analysis Core
Funded at Washington State University · NIH-10912026 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at the health issues faced by older American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islanders, and it aims to train new researchers to help improve health and well-being for these communities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Washington State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pullman, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $96,061 |
| NIH project number | 5P30AG083263-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10912026 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include elderly American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islanders who are at risk for acute and chronic illnesses.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not belong to the Indigenous populations targeted by this research may not receive direct benefits.
What this research studies
This research focuses on the health challenges faced by elderly American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islanders, who experience higher risks for various acute and chronic illnesses compared to other populations. It aims to address the social determinants of health that contribute to these disparities and seeks to recruit and train a diverse group of early-stage investigators, known as CHANGE Scientists, to enhance research efforts in these communities. By fostering a more inclusive scientific workforce, the project hopes to improve health equity and outcomes for these underserved populations.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and greater health equity for elderly Indigenous populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in addressing health disparities in Indigenous populations, indicating that this approach has potential for meaningful impact.
Where this research is happening
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Washington State University
Pullman, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Maclehose, Richard F — Washington State University
- Study coordinator: Maclehose, Richard F
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.