A program to enroll diverse participants for precision health research
Official title: All of Us New England Remote Enrollment and Engagement, Nutrition for Precision Health Support
Funded at Massachusetts General Hospital · NIH-10972796 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is inviting people from all walks of life in Eastern Massachusetts to help build a big health database that will improve personalized medicine, and by joining in activities like sharing health information and donating samples, you can play a part in making healthcare better for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Massachusetts General Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | June 1, 2024 |
| Project end | May 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $2,000,000 |
| NIH project number | 1OT2OD037638-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10972796 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include adults aged 21 and older from diverse backgrounds living in Eastern Massachusetts.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are under 21 years old or those not residing in the targeted geographic area may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to enroll over 1 million participants from diverse backgrounds to create a comprehensive biomedical data resource that can enhance precision medicine. The All of Us New England Consortium engages individuals in Eastern Massachusetts through collaborations with major health institutions. Participants will be involved in various activities, including data collection and biospecimen donation, to help improve health outcomes. The program also focuses on nutrition and its role in precision health, with ongoing efforts to retain participants through various engagement strategies.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more personalized and effective health interventions tailored to individual needs.
How similar studies have gone: Other large-scale cohort studies have shown success in advancing precision medicine, indicating that this approach has the potential for significant impact.
Where this research is happening
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Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Smoller, Jordan W — Massachusetts General Hospital
- Study coordinator: Smoller, Jordan W
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.