Accelerating the development of new health technologies for urgent needs
Official title: RADX INNOVATION FUNNEL FOR HEALTH TECHNOLOGIES - VALIDATION CENTER
Funded at Emory University · NIH-11220120 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about making new health tools, like tests for Alzheimer's and hepatitis B, faster and better so that patients can use them at home or in clinics to improve their health care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emory University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project start | September 30, 2024 |
| Project end | September 29, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $2,297,307 |
| NIH project number | 75N92022D00015-0-759202400003-3 |
| Project ID | NIH-11220120 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals with Alzheimer's disease, hepatitis B, or those requiring monitoring for maternal and fetal health.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with conditions not addressed by the targeted health technologies, such as rare diseases unrelated to the focus areas, may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on speeding up the creation and implementation of innovative health technologies to meet pressing health challenges. The Validation Center will support the analytical and clinical validation of various health technologies, including diagnostics for diseases like Alzheimer's and hepatitis B, as well as sensors for maternal and fetal health. By validating and prototyping up to ten health technology initiatives, the project aims to enhance the effectiveness and accessibility of these technologies for patients. The technologies developed will primarily be designed for use in clinical settings or at home.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to faster access to effective health technologies that improve diagnosis and treatment for patients with chronic and infectious diseases.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in accelerating health technology development, indicating that this approach has the potential for impactful outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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Emory University
Atlanta, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lam, Wilbur — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Lam, Wilbur
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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.