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Powering Big Data for Bigger Discoveries

Posted by Beck Thomas on May 15, 2025

A computer port hub

SHERC-Funded Server Room Renovation Expands NAU’s Data Science Capacity

Northern Arizona University’s (NAU) capacity for data-driven research just got a major upgrade, thanks to a high-impact renovation project led by the Southwest Health Equity Research Collaborative’s (SHERC) Research Capacity Core (RCC). In effort to support researchers working with large and complex data sets, the RCC funded a comprehensive upgrade of NAU’s central server room. This critical infrastructure investment of nearly $500,000 will directly advance health research conducted by NAU.

The renovation,… Read more

Organización de la equidad y la inclusión – Organizing for Equity and Inclusion

Posted by Beck Thomas on December 2, 2024

 

In observance of Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15-October 15), the Fairness First Campaign hosted a bilingual event in partnership with the NAU Honors College and community organizers from the Northern Arizona Interfaith Council (NAIC).

Using a community organizing approach known as a house meeting,* NAIC’s Roxana Cardiel led a discussion with Dr. Leah Mundell of NAU’s Anthropology Department and community leaders Elsi Elena and María de Jesús Guillén on immigrant experiences in the Flagstaff community.

Through story sharing, Roxana, Leah,… Read more

SHERC awarded $700k award for data science

Posted by Beck Thomas on

A healthcare student studies notes while utilizing a laptop computer.

The Southwest Health Equity Research Collaborative (SHERC) has been awarded funding to enhance capacity for data science in health equity research.

The southwest region of the United States is a beautiful part of the country, filled with rich culture, incredible landscapes, and a strong need for health equity intervention. SHERC, the largest research initiative within the Center for Community Health and Engaged Research (CHER), specifically addresses health and wellness disparities through community-based research.

CHER is home to multiple grant-funded… Read more

On the horizon for TAG-SC: Expanding Access to Expertise and Technical Assistance Throughout Arizona

Posted by Beck Thomas on September 9, 2024

Christine Kirby and Mike Anastario, TAG Specialists, work through a technical problem together on a computer.

The Technical Assistance Group-Service Center (TAG-SC) is thrilled to announce the expansion of services beyond Northern Arizona University (NAU)!

The TAG-SC will be capable of supporting individuals, organizations, and businesses throughout Arizona with a variety of technical services – at low cost beginning August 1, 2024.

The TAG-SC is located within NAU’s Center for Community Health and Engaged Research (CHER) and is home to a dynamic and interdisciplinary group of scholars and experts eager to lend consultation and mentorship to their… Read more

Writing Retreat for NAU faculty and staff

Posted by Beck Thomas on July 16, 2024

An NAU professor teaches a student manuscript writing. They are both sitting at a table, and the professor is in front of a laptop. She has dark hair pulled into a ponytail and is wearing turquoise earrings and a white button-down shirt with turquoise paisley print. The student has their back to the camera, but has straight, light brown hair.

Are you working on a paper and can’t seem to bring it across the finish line?

The Southwest Health Equity Research Collaborative (SHERC) is hosting a Writing Retreat for NAU faculty and staff aimed at advancing research manuscript development. Join us before the academic year starts to get ahead on your publication goals!

When

Day 1: August 14, 2024 8:00am – 12:00pm

Day 2: August 15, 2024 8:00am – 12:00pm

Where

Large Pod, 1st floor
Applied Research and Development (ARD) Building 56

Flagstaff Mountain… Read more

Community partner highlight: the Crow Tribe

Posted by ld583 on March 13, 2023

A photo in Montana of cows grazing at sunset.

Building better opportunities for American Indian/Alaska Natives with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias

More than 6 million individuals in the U.S. live with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD), which is projected to increase to more than 15 million by 2060.
Approximately 35% of American Indians and Alaska Natives… Read more

SHER’s Community Expert Board

Posted by ld583 on March 9, 2023

Bringing leaders from across Arizona to assist with health equity research, mentoring and expertise

For the Southwest Health Equity Research Collaborative (SHERC), having an active group of collaborative, statewide leaders as part of their team is an integral ingredient to the initiative’s successful Community Expert Board.

SHERC assembled a broad spectrum of geographically diverse, multisectoral… Read more

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Location
Room 120 Building 56
Applied Research & Development
1395 S Knoles Dr.
Flagstaff, Arizona 86011
Mailing Address
PO Box 4065
Flagstaff, Arizona 86011