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 inviting people from Illinois to share their health information to help improve medical treatments for everyone, especially those from underrepresented groups, so that doctors can better understand and meet individual health needs.
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-11170218 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on the All of Us Research Program, which aims to gather health data from a diverse group of participants in Illinois to enhance precision medicine. By enrolling nearly 43,000 individuals, including a significant percentage from underrepresented groups, the program seeks to understand health outcomes better and tailor treatments to individual needs. The initiative has adapted to challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring continued engagement and data collection. Participants will contribute to a growing database that informs future health research and interventions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include individuals aged 21 and older from various backgrounds, especially those historically underrepresented in biomedical research.
Not a fit: Patients who are not residents of Illinois or those who do not meet the age requirement may not 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: Previous initiatives under the All of Us Research Program have shown success in engaging diverse populations and generating valuable health data.
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.