Advancing Health Equity for Black Communities

We are Black Catholic Health Research Institute (BaCHRI): A faith-driven research institute uncovering health disparities and championing innovative solutions to empower Black communities and create systemic change.

A Targeted Approach to Transforming Health Outcomes

At BaCHRI, we address health disparities with a systemic and data-driven focus, grounded in faith and a commitment to Black communities.

  • Community-Centered  – We prioritize research that reflects the lived experiences of Black communities.
  • Evidence-Based Solutions – Using rigorous methodologies to uncover systemic barriers to health equity.
  • Faith-Guided Innovation – Integrating spiritual values with cutting-edge research to drive meaningful change.

Through collaboration and innovation, we build pathways to health equity for the underserved

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Research

We conduct cutting-edge research to uncover systemic barriers to health equity, focusing on the Black community and Black Catholics.

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Community

Our work begins with listening. Through direct engagement, we identify the needs and challenges faced by Black communities to guide impactful solutions.

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Analysis

We analyze complex data using advanced methodologies to reveal disparities and create actionable insights for systemic change.

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Impact

From education to policy, we turn research into action by partnering with communities, faith organizations, and institutions to promote change.

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COMMUNITY IMPACT

95%

ADVOCACY SUCCESS

92%

DATA TRANSPARENCY

98%

COLLABORATIVE GROWTH

Research & News

At BaCHRI, we are dedicated to advancing health equity through cutting-edge research and innovation. Here’s what we’re working on:

Peer-Reviewed Research Progress: A forthcoming manuscript is under editorial review at PLOS, with anticipated publication in Spring 2025.
AI & Cardiovascular Research: We have successfully trained our first AI model for heart rate variability (HRV), marking a significant step in our cardiovascular health research.

📌 Upcoming Scientific Conference: BaCHRI will present at the 55th Annual Scientific Conference in San Diego, unveiling our new AI model trained specifically for heart rate variability and cardiology in the Black population. This innovation marks a major step forward in addressing racial disparities in cardiovascular health and advancing equitable, data-driven research for Black communities.

Updated Website Announcement: Major Research Data Approval (03/16/2025)

📌 BaCHRI Granted Access to Exclusive Black Health Dataset for Groundbreaking Research

We are excited to announce that BaCHRI has been granted access to a specialized dataset from a major U.S. university, containing comprehensive health data for Black populations, tracked over time. This dataset includes critical health markers that will directly support our upcoming peer-reviewed publication in PLOS.

With this data, we can further our mission to address health disparities, analyze systemic stress factors, and develop research-driven solutions for equitable healthcare outcomes. Stay tuned for insights as we advance health equity through rigorous, data-driven research.

Stay tuned as we continue to push the boundaries of health research and innovation.

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
– Jeremiah 29:11

MARCIA E. I. UDDOH, MD (Candidate), PhD, MPH, MS, MSW Founder | Missionary

Trusted Partners

At BaCHRI, we are proud to collaborate with organizations that share our commitment

to health equity, innovation, and community uplift. Our trusted partners include:

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We are a groundbreaking research institute dedicated to addressing systemic health disparities and empowering Black communities through innovative, evidence-based solutions.