Shen Lab
Principal Investigator: Francis X Shen
Institution: University of Minnesota (Minneapolis, MN)
Primary Subfield: Neuroscience
Recruitment Status: Inquire for rotation/fellowship opportunities
Research Focus
PROJECT SUMMARY/ABSTRACT: This project will utilize stakeholder networks composed of members of the American public to co-create evidence-based solutions and ethical guidance to expand participation in human neuroimaging studies more broadly. AIM 1: A stakeholder network will co-develop a targeted, public-led and participant-centered set of deliverables to broaden participation in neuroimaging research. Utilizing a Theory of Change (ToC) process and a detailed roadmap and evaluation plan (Outcome Map) already established in pilot work, we will develop recruitment strategies for research with the BRAIN Initiative supported Connectome 2.0 project. AIM 2: In Aim 2 we will create consensus ethical guidance and proposed data elements for measuring and reporting demographics in neuroscience research, utilizing local public and WG input, systematic analysis of the literature, and comparison to closely related domains such as genetics. We will create applied tools: a) a decision-aid for neuroimaging researchers to recruit broadly from local communities and to solicit regular feedback from the public; b) an educational tool for local communities; and c) a template for neuroscience journal e…
Active NIH Awards
- 5R01MH134144-04: Recruitment and Engagement for Advancing American Community Health (REACH) (2026)
- 5R01MH134144-03: Improving Recruitment, Engagement, and Access for Community Health Equity for BRAIN Next-Generation Human Neuroimaging Research and Beyond (REACH for BRAIN) (2025)
- 7R01MH134144-02: Improving Recruitment, Engagement, and Access for Community Health Equity for BRAIN Next-Generation Human Neuroimaging Research and Beyond (REACH for BRAIN) (2024)
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