Award
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases 5R01DK128207-05
Integrating a culturally competent APOL1 genetic testing program into living donor evaluation
Recipient
Northwestern University
Award Amount
$630,645.00
Ceiling
$630,645.00
Awarded
July 30, 2025
Identifier
5R01DK128207-05
Award for a project to integrate a culturally competent APOL1 genetic testing program into living donor evaluation, funded by NIH and involving Northwestern University.
Description
This project involves evaluating a culturally competent APOL1 genetic testing program for African American living kidney donors, utilizing AI chatbots and counseling to improve informed consent and decision-making. The project is funded by NIH and involves Northwestern University in Chicago, IL.