A program to improve precision health through diverse participant engagement in Illinois
The Illinois Precision Medicine Consortium (IPMC) All of Us Research Program Site
This study is all about improving health care by involving a wide range of people from Illinois, especially those who usually don’t get included in health research, to collect health information that can help create better, personalized treatments for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10872859 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing precision health by engaging a diverse cohort of participants from Illinois, particularly those underrepresented in biomedical research. The program aims to gather health data and insights that can lead to better health outcomes tailored to individual needs. By leveraging community partnerships and innovative recruitment strategies, including the use of technology and text messaging, the initiative seeks to ensure broad participation and representation. The project has already enrolled nearly 43,000 participants, demonstrating a commitment to inclusivity and collaboration in health research.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include individuals from various racial and ethnic backgrounds, particularly those who are underrepresented in biomedical research.
Not a fit: Patients who do not reside in Illinois or who do not identify with the targeted underrepresented groups may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more personalized and effective healthcare solutions for diverse populations.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives focused on precision medicine and community engagement have shown success in improving health outcomes and increasing diversity in clinical research.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, United States
- University of Chicago — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ahsan, Habibul — University of Chicago
- Study coordinator: Ahsan, Habibul
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 below.