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Health Research and Evaluation for Communities (HREC), Department of Internal Medicine, University of Utah

Text in Image: Health Research and Evaluation for Communities Skill Building Seminar Series “Research Collaboration with Community Health Centers Across Utah” Sarah Woolsey, MD, MPH, FAAFP Director of Clinical Affairs/Medical Director Association for Utah Community Health May 21, 2026 12:00 - 1:00 PM For More Information, Visit tinyurl.com/skillbuildingseminarseries Image: Dr. Sarah Woolsey and University of Utah Health logo
Text in Image: Congratulations! Jerry Cochran, PhD, MSW Dr. Cochran has received a Notice of Award for a new five-year U01 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In partnership with Utah Medicaid programs, the study will serve pregnant people experiencing opioid and methamphetamine use disorders, addressing one of the most pressing public health challenges in the United States. The initiative will be a close collaboration with Medicaid leaders, health professionals, and community members with lived experience. Image: Dr. Jerry Cochran and Utah mountains in the background
Text in Image: Health Research and Evaluation for Communities Skill Building Seminar Series “Lessons Learned Using the Utah Population Database (UPDB) to Study Disparities in Liver Cancer Treatment Among Native American Populations” Rebecca G. Kim MD, MAS University of Utah School of Medicine April 24, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM For More Information, Visit tinyurl.com/skillbuildingseminarseries To RSVP, email hrec@hsc.utah.edu Image: Dr. Rebecca G. Kim and University of Utah Health logo
Text in Image: Health Research and Evaluation for Communities Skill Building Seminar Series “Finding Requests for Applications in the Current Climate” Office of Corporate and Foundation Relations University of Utah and University of Utah Health The Office of Corporate and Foundation Relations (CFR) helps faculty, researchers, and administrators across campus engage with national and international corporate and private philanthropic organizations. They advise on foundation engagement and stewardship strategies, help identify and assess funding opportunities, offer strategic guidance for funder alignment, and support the development of competitive proposals (including draft reviews). March 12, 2026 12:30-1:30 PM For More Information, Visit tinyurl.com/skillbuildingseminarseries Image: University of Utah Health logo
Text in Image: Health Research and Evaluation for Communities Skill Building Seminar Series Rita Osborn, MBA Former Executive Director Utah Center for Rural Health Southern Utah University February 13, 2026 12:30-1:30 PM For More Information, Visit tinyurl.com/skillbuildingseminarseries Image: Mrs. Rita Osborn and University of Utah Health logo
Text in Image: Health Research and Evaluation for Communities Skill Building Seminar Series “Applying Implementation Science in Health Equity Research” Jennie Hill, PhD University of Utah School of Medicine January 23, 2026 12:00-1:00 PM For More Information, Visit tinyurl.com/skillbuildingseminarseries To RSVP, email hrec@hsc.utah.edu Image: University of Utah Health logo and Dr. Jennie Hill
Text in image: Call for Proposals! Overview The Health Research and Evaluation for Communities (HREC) Section and Workgroup will accept applications for up to $30,000. The purpose of these awards is to advance the science and practice for health, wellbeing, and access to high-quality health care, public health, and social services in Utah, the Intermountain West, and nation for all persons regardless of sociodemographic, health, or economic backgrounds. Eligible Applicants Only one research proposal per principal investigator (PI) will be reviewed. PI must possess primary faculty appointments within the University of Utah Department of Internal Medicine Mentored trainees (ie, postdocs, fellows, and residents) with an identified Department of Internal Medicine faculty mentor may also apply. Due May 8, 2026 at midnight Mountain Time Image: University of Utah Health Logo
Text in image: 5th Annual Partnership for Veteran and Military Health Presentation Highlights Epilepsy comorbidity phenotypes (ECPs) were helpful in predicting veterans likely to experience pain interference, sleep interference, worse mental health symptom severity, and worse quality of life while accounting for demographics, disease/injury characteristics, and military service characteristics. Current/ongoing research related to rural Veterans living with epilepsy showed early results indicating that demographic characteristics, epilepsy interference, and social vulnerability were key factors accounting for differential variance across a variety of psychosocial outcomes. Jack D Watson PhD, Elise V Bailey PhD, Amy K Henion MS, Shirin Saleh MS, Maddie Myers BA, and Mary Jo Pugh PhD
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Final Notice Health Research and Evaluation for Communities Pilot Grant is open! Due November 14, 2025 at Midnight MST tinyurl.com/uuhrec
Text in image: Call for Proposals! The Health Research and Evaluation for Communities (HREC) Section and Workgroup have set aside funding to support the Health Research and Evaluation for Communities Pilot Grant. One grant of up to $30,000 or two grants of up to $15,000 each will be funded. Total available funding under this call will not exceed $30,000. To Get Started: Review deadlines, proposal guidelines, eligibility, and more at tinyurl.com/uuhrec. Due November 14, 2025 by Midnight MST Image: University of Utah Health logo, red megaphone
Text in Image: Health Research and Evaluation for Communities Skill Building Seminar Series “Collaborating with Communities in Health Research and Evaluation” For More Information, Visit tinyurl.com/skillbuildingseminarseries November 21, 2025 1:30-2:30 PM Adrienne Cachelin PhD, M.Ed. University of Utah School of Environment, Society and Sustainability Melissa Yack Hall PhD, MPA University of Utah School of Medicine Kimberly Schmitz M.Ed. University Neighborhood Partners Image: Dr. Adrienne Cachelin, Dr. Melissa Hall, Ms. Kimberly Schmit and the University of Utah Health logo
Text in image: Call for Proposals! Overview The Health Research and Evaluation for Communities (HREC) Section and Workgroup have set aside funding to support the Health Research and Evaluation for Communities Pilot Grant. One grant of up to $30,000 or two grants of up to $15,000 each will be funded. Total available funding under this call will not exceed $30,000. The purpose of these awards is to advance the science and practice for health, wellbeing, and access to high-quality health care, public health, and social services in Utah, the Intermountain West, and nation for all persons regardless of sociodemographic, health, or economic backgrounds. Eligible Applicants Only one research proposal per principal investigator (PI) will be reviewed. PI must possess primary faculty appointments within the University of Utah Department of Internal Medicine Mentored trainees (ie, postdocs, fellows, and residents) with an identified Department of Internal Medicine faculty mentor may also apply. Due November 14, 2025 at midnight Mountain Time Image: University of Utah Health Logo
Text in image: Congratulations! Diana Naranjo, PHD, MPH Building on insights gained from her Health Research and Evaluation for Communities pilot grant, Dr. Naranjo will collaborate closely with Veterans and healthcare teams to identify the factors that facilitate or hinder access to specialty neurology services. By identifying those barriers and opportunities, she will lay the groundwork for expanding access to care. Image: Dr. Diana Naranjo
Text in Image: Health Research and Evaluation for Communities Skill Building Seminar Series “Navigating Grant Proposal Development in the Current Climate” For More Information, Visit tinyurl.com/skillbuildingseminarseries October 23, 2025 3:00-4:00 PM April F. Mohanty PhD, MPH University of Utah School of Medicine Richard E. Nelson PhD University of Utah School of Medicine Mary Jo Pugh PhD, RN University of Utah School of Medicine Julie E. Szymczak PhD University of Utah School of Medicine To RSVP, Email hrec@hsc.utah.edu Image: Drs. Mohanty, Nelson, Pugh, Szymczak, and University of Utah Health logo
Text in image: Publication Highlights “Meeting the needs of patients with substance use disorders (SUDs), complex comorbidity, and social determinants of poor health is challenging in traditional primary care environments...Primary care engagement, reduced acute care, and limited cost increases suggest high value in this IPC [interprofessional primary care] model and highlight the need to further study IPC in addressing addiction and social determinants of poor health.” Image: A doctor can be seen sitting at their desk, engaged in a conversation with two individuals.
Text in Image: Reminder! The Health Research and Evaluation for Communities (HREC) Section and Workgroup have set aside funding to support the Health Research and Evaluation for Communities Pilot Grant. One grant of up to $30,000 or two grants of up to $15,000 each will be funded. Total available funding under this call will not exceed $30,000. The purpose of these awards is to advance the science and practice for health, wellbeing, and access to high-quality health care, public health, and social services in Utah, the Intermountain West, and nation for all persons regardless of sociodemographic, health, or economic backgrounds. Want to ensure that you have a competitive application? Schedule a feedback session by September 12, 2025 by emailing hrec@hsc.utah.edu. Image: Bell with one notification and the University of Utah Health logo
Text in Image: Health Research and Evaluation for Communities Skill Building Seminar Series “Using Research to Inform Local Policy and Practice” Institute for Disability Research, Policy, and Practice The Institute for Disability Research, Policy & Practice is Utah’s federally designated University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD). IDRPP was established in 1972 and was the first UCEDD program in the nation to focus on the educational and social needs of children with disabilities. Over our 50-year history, the Institute has grown into one of the largest UCEDD programs in the nation and is recognized as a pioneer in research, training, technical assistance, and services for children and adults with disabilities, families, and the professionals who serve them. September 11, 2025 3:00 - 4:00 PM For More Information, Visit tinyurl.com/skillbuildingseminarseries Image: University of Utah Health logo
Text in image: Call for Proposals! The Health Research and Evaluation for Communities (HREC) Section and Workgroup have set aside funding to support the Health Research and Evaluation for Communities Pilot Grant. One grant of up to $30,000 or two grants of up to $15,000 each will be funded. Total available funding under this call will not exceed $30,000. The purpose of these awards is to advance the science and practice for health, wellbeing, and access to high-quality health care, public health, and social services in Utah, the Intermountain West, and nation for all persons regardless of sociodemographic, health, or economic backgrounds. Get Started Review deadlines, proposal guidelines, eligibility, and more at tinyurl.com/uuhrec. Schedule a feedback session by September 12, 2025. Submit application by November 14, 2025. Image: University of Utah Health Logo
Text in image: Publication Highlight “The study showed that maintaining good oral health and utilizing dental services may be associated with lower fall risks, particularly among caregivers, suggesting the need for integrating oral health into fall prevention strategies.” Image: A hand, with a blue medical glove, pointing to a dental X-ray that appears on a desktop computer screen.
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