What NCDPH does

NADPH (National Alliance against Disparities in Patient Health; DBA: National Accelerator for Discovery in Precision Health) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit health research organization headquartered in Woodbridge, Virginia, that operates a national portfolio of programs aimed at reducing health disparities and expanding access to precision healthcare in underserved communities. Founded by Dr. Alex J. Carlisle, Ph.D. (former NIH postdoc and Chief Scientific Officer at Northrop Grumman Health), the organization delivers four core programmatic offerings: the ST.A.I.R.S. workforce training program (AI, robotics, data science, innovation) delivered in partnership with the U.S. Space & Rocket Center; the Digital Health Ethics and Equity Policy (DEEP) Initiative for AI ethics guidance aligned with the White House Executive Order on Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy AI; the Rising Equitable Community Data Ecosystems (RECoDE) research project with the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and Data Equity Coalitions; and a Maternal and Infant Mortality Health Disparity Initiative tied to the Momnibus Act of 2020 and the Kira Johnson Act. Underlying technology includes a scalable cloud-based AI/ML training platform, multimodal data analytics applied to genomic and electronic health record data, social determinants of health (SDOH) data infrastructure, and the AI Ethics and Equity Framework adopted by NIH's AIM-AHEAD Program Infrastructure Core.

The organization serves four primary customer segments: underserved and under-resourced communities (persona segment), government health agencies (notably the CDC through the CDC Foundation partnership), academic institutions including HBCUs and research centers (Fisk, Morgan State, Vanderbilt, Meharry, Tennessee State), and healthcare industry partners. NADPH does not sell products or charge fees; its revenue model is donations (via givebutter.com/health-disparities) combined with foundation grants and federal sub-awards. Documented funding is concentrated in a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation general operating support grant, with additional support from CDC Foundation and NIH's AIM-AHEAD Program. The organization is governed by a Board of Directors and led by an executive team including a COO (Malaika Simmons), Chief Data Governance Officer (Dr. Rachel Hendricks-Sturrup), CISO (Mervyn Chapman), and Acting Chief AI Officer (Dr. Ivan Caceres), supported by 11-50 total employees.

Name

NCDPH

Legal name

National Alliance against Disparities in Patient Health

Website

https://nadph.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

NADPH is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit health research organization that runs ST.A.I.R.S. AI workforce training, the DEEP AI ethics initiative, RECoDE community data ecosystems, and maternal health programs to reduce health disparities in underserved US communities.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Health Equity Research & Nonprofit Health Services

NAICS

Scientific Research and Development Services (5417), Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology) (541714)

SIC

Services-Commercial Physical & Biological Research (8731)

akta.pro primary industry

Biostatistics, Statistical Computing & Clinical Programming (SAS/R/Pipelines) (HLACAOAO)

akta.pro secondary industries

DEI, Equity & Inclusion Training (EDABAIAF), Genomics & Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) Services (HLAGANAA)

Keywords

• Health equity research
• Precision healthcare programs
• AI ethics policy
• Community health outreach
• Workforce development training

Headquarters

HQ city

Woodbridge

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Contributions: NADPH is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that receives donations through its donation portal at givebutter.com/health-disparities. Donations are tax deductible.
2. Foundation Grants and Operating Support: General operating support funds from Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) to support NADPH's mission to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes in underserved communities.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

NADPH is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit health research organization that runs a portfolio of programs advancing precision healthcare and health equity. Core offerings include the ST.A.I.R.S. workforce training program in AI, robotics, and data science; the DEEP Initiative providing AI ethics and equity policy consultation; the RECoDE community data ecosystems project; a Maternal and Infant Mortality Health Disparity Initiative; and a cloud-based AI/ML platform supporting training and research.

Product overview

NADPH (National Accelerator for Discovery in Precision Health) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit health research organization that operates as a multi-program portfolio organization advancing precision healthcare through research, innovation, and systems transformation. The core offerings include the ST.A.I.R.S. workforce training program for AI/robotics/data science skills, the DEEP Initiative for AI ethics and equity policy guidance, the RECoDE community data ecosystems project, and a Maternal/Infant Mortality Health Disparity Initiative. NADPH also operates a cloud-based AI/ML platform providing computational infrastructure, data tools, and subject matter expert access for workforce development. The organization integrates these programs through its national partnership ecosystem spanning Government, Academic, Nonprofit, and Industry stakeholders, applying advanced computational and data science technologies to reduce health disparities and improve public health outcomes.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• STudent AI and Innovation Research Success (ST.A.I.R.S.) Program National workforce training and innovation initiative preparing students, early-career professionals, and emerging leaders with applied skills in AI, robotics, data science, and innovation through immersive, experiential learning. Modular and scalable, hosted in partnership with academic institutions, technology companies, and innovation hubs.
• Maternal and Infant Mortality Health Disparity Initiative Program supporting the Momnibus Act of 2020 and Representative Alma Adams' Kira Johnson Act, providing evidence-based resources to raise awareness, education, and prediction/prevention of maternal and child health disparities, particularly for women of color.
• Digital Health Ethics and Equity Program (DEEP) Initiative Initiative organizing AI ecosystem constituents from innovation, governance, end-users, and vulnerable communities to recommend and facilitate adoption of AI ethics and equity principles, providing consultation and guidance on ELSI of AI and digital health technologies, supporting the White House Executive Order on Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy AI.
• Rising Equitable Community Data Ecosystems (RECoDE) Project Partnership with Robert Wood Johnson Foundation to develop recommendations, priorities, and action plans for establishing community data ecosystems that are equitable, accessible, and actionable by and for the communities they serve. Includes research, convenings, and survey-based evidence collection.
• Community Outreach and Engagement Program Program engaging communities in large-scale public health surveillance processes, translating lived experiences and insights into meaningful health system improvements through direct qualitative engagement, in partnership with CDC Foundation and Data Equity Coalitions.
• NADPH Cloud-Based AI/ML Platform Scalable cloud platform providing data, computational tools and resources, technology infrastructure, and access to subject matter experts and technical assistance to support AI training, workforce development, and diversify STEM/AI talent pipeline.
• Leaders Making a Difference Podcast Podcast featuring NADPH leadership discussing AI, health equity, healthcare disparities, and innovation in public health.

Quantifiable outcome

• Black women are approximately 3x more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications than white women
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability7 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• CDC FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for 'Improving Engagement in Community Level Data Collection' research project for the CDC to investigate opportunities for surveillance systems to better respond to local data priorities related to social and structural determinants of health.
• Data Across Sectors for Health (DASH)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership through RECoDE project to establish community data ecosystems that are more equitable. DASH launched the 2021 National Inventory of Data Sharing Collaborations for Health in support of NADPH's broader work.
• data.orgcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for the Rising Equitable Community Data Ecosystems (RECoDE) project, working together with NADPH and DASH to develop recommendations for equitable community data ecosystems.
• Health LeadsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in the RECoDE project working to establish community data ecosystems focused on improving health outcomes for underserved communities.
• BrightHiveminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in the RECoDE project contributing to data equity initiatives.
• NIH AIM-AHEAD ProgramcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNADPH served as the lead organization for the NIH AIM-AHEAD Program Infrastructure Core, establishing an AI Ethics and Equity Framework. NADPH's Dr. Alex Carlisle functions within AIM-AHEAD's Infrastructure Core and co-chairs AIM-AHEAD's Ethics and Equity Workgroup.
• Fisk UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to host hybrid roundtable discussion on AI/ML in health research. Fisk AI/ML Symposium held April 5-6, 2023 with over 200 students in attendance. Dr. Sajid Hussain serves as Associate Provost for Research at Fisk University.
• U.S. Space & Rocket CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHost of STAIRS program at Space Camp Institute and partner for AI Symposiums. Both organizations co-organized the LEAD Conference at Shaw University and maintain ongoing collaboration on AI and health equity initiatives.
• Morgan State UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for Symposium on Ethics, AI, and Health Disparities. Morgan State's Gabriella Waters serves as Director of Cognitive and Neurodiversity AI Lab and contributes to Center for Equitable AI and Machine Learning Systems.
• Vanderbilt University Medical CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPanel collaboration for roundtable on ethical, equitable AI and machine learning. Dr. Laurie Novak serves as Director of Center of Excellence in Applied AI, and Dr. Martin Were serves as Vice Chair of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
• HBCUgrowcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerExpanded partnership with HBCUgrow and LEAD Conference to be hosted at U.S. Space & Rocket Center. NADPH is co-organizer of the LEAD Conference focusing on connecting business and education around AI/STEM.
• Meharry Medical CollegeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in Fisk AI/ML Symposium with Dr. Millard Collins serving as panelist representing the institution.
• Southern Nevada Black Nurses AssociationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in Fisk AI/ML Symposium with Lauren Edgar serving as panelist and AIM-AHEAD Leadership Fellow.
• Tennessee State UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in Fisk AI/ML Symposium with Dr. Monique McCallister serving as panelist and AIM-AHEAD Leadership Fellow.
• Data Equity Coalitions (DECs)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Data Driven Detroit, Community Information Now, Data Works, Neighborhood Nexus, and Western Pennsylvania Regional Data Center for centering community voice in large-scale public health surveillance.
• PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of ecosystem partnership ecosystem. Dr. Carlisle has experience building public-private partnerships with PwC in creating programs and research infrastructure aimed at addressing health disparities.
• Federal, State, and Local Government PartnerscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNADPH works with maternal and child health advocates across government levels in support of the Momnibus Act of 2020 and Representative Alma Adams' Kira Johnson Act.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• Black in AI: Black in AI is a nonprofit organization supporting Black researchers and practitioners in AI through research collaboration, mentorship, and community-building. Emerging player peer to NADPH given overlapping focus on diversifying the AI community, though Black in AI operates more through academic conferences and mentorship rather than national partnership ecosystems.

Direct peers

• AI4ALL: AI4ALL is a nonprofit working to increase diversity and inclusion in AI education, research, policy, and practice, with programs targeting underrepresented high school and college students. Direct peer to NADPH given shared mission of diversifying the AI workforce through training programs and partnerships with academic institutions targeting underrepresented populations.
• Black Women's Health Imperative: Black Women's Health Imperative is the first national nonprofit dedicated to improving the health and wellness of Black women and girls, with explicit focus on maternal mortality and reproductive health. Direct peer to NADPH given overlapping focus on Black women's maternal health disparities, community engagement, and policy advocacy.
• Per Scholas: Per Scholas is a national nonprofit providing tuition-free technology training to individuals from underserved communities, with employer partnerships driving job placement. Direct peer to NADPH given similar workforce training mission targeting underrepresented populations in technology, including a comparable focus on AI/data science skills development for career pathways.
• Morehouse School of Medicine: Morehouse School of Medicine is an HBCU academic medical institution focused on health equity research and training underrepresented minorities in medicine and science. Directly comparable to NADPH given shared HBCU-adjacent health equity research mission, precision medicine focus, and operating model that combines academic rigor with community engagement to advance minority health outcomes nationally.
• National Minority Quality Forum (NMQF): National Minority Quality Forum is a nonprofit research and advocacy organization addressing health disparities and minority health outcomes through data, education, and policy. Direct peer to NADPH given overlapping mission around minority health equity, data-driven policy advocacy, and national partnership-based operating model centered on community-level data collection.

Broad incumbents

• Families USA: Families USA is a national nonprofit advocacy organization working on healthcare access, affordability, and health equity for consumers. Broad incumbent peer given similar nonprofit health equity advocacy model, though Families USA's broader consumer health focus and longer tenure dwarfs NADPH's research-driven approach.
• Trust for America's Health (TFAH): Trust for America's Health is a nonprofit, nonpartisan policy research organization focused on public health and health equity at the national level. Broad incumbent peer given larger scope and scale, operating across the entire public health policy landscape in which NADPH's health disparities work also operates, though TFAH is much larger and more established.

Others

• Data.org: Data.org is a nonprofit capacity-building organization focused on data science for social impact, partnering with philanthropy and civil society. Co-partner with NADPH on RECoDE and adjacent in mission area around equitable data ecosystems, but operates as a separate enabling organization rather than direct competitor and is much larger in scale.
• Code for America: Code for America is a nonprofit that uses technology to improve access to government services, particularly for low-income communities. Adjacent peer given similar technology-and-equity framing and partnership with government stakeholders, though Code for America focuses on civic/government services rather than health specifically and operates at substantially larger scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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