A virtual center to improve genomic medicine for sick newborns
VIGOR: Virtual Genome Center for Infant Health
['FUNDING_R01'] · BOSTON CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL · NIH-10877977
This study is testing a new program called VIGOR that helps families of sick newborns get better access to genetic care and support, making it easier for doctors to diagnose and treat their babies early, especially in community hospitals.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | BOSTON CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (BOSTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10877977 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research aims to create the Virtual Genome Center for Infant Health (VIGOR), which will help bridge the gap in access to genomic medicine for sick newborns, particularly in community settings. By enrolling 250 eligible newborns and their families from four community NICUs, the project will provide remote support to clinicians and families, facilitating earlier diagnosis and personalized treatment. The initiative seeks to address health equity disparities by improving the dissemination of genomic knowledge among healthcare providers. Families will be followed for six months to assess the effectiveness of this approach.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are newborns under 4 weeks old who are receiving care in community NICUs.
Not a fit: Patients who are not newborns or those receiving care in specialized centers rather than community NICUs may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more equitable access to advanced genomic medicine for sick newborns, improving their diagnosis and treatment outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research, such as the Babyseq study and the Undiagnosed Disease Network, has shown promise in utilizing genomic medicine for newborns, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
BOSTON, UNITED STATES
- BOSTON CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL — BOSTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: YU, TIMOTHY WEI-WEN — BOSTON CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL
- Study coordinator: YU, TIMOTHY WEI-WEN
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.