Accelerating the development of new health technologies for urgent needs
Official title: RADX INNOVATION FUNNEL FOR HEALTH TECHNOLOGIES - COORDINATION CENTER
Funded at Massachusetts General Hospital · NIH-11220138 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about developing and testing new health technologies, like tools for diagnosing diseases such as Alzheimer's and hepatitis B, to help people get better care at home or in clinics.
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 | September 30, 2024 |
| Project end | September 29, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $403,050 |
| NIH project number | 75N92022D00014-0-759202400003-2 |
| Project ID | NIH-11220138 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit 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 receive benefits 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. It involves a Validation Center that provides essential analytical and clinical validation support for various health technology initiatives, including diagnostics for diseases like Alzheimer's and hepatitis B. The project aims to prototype and validate up to ten new technologies that can be used in clinical settings or at home, ensuring they effectively address critical health issues.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to faster access to effective health technologies that improve patient care and outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in accelerating health technology development, indicating that this approach has potential for impactful outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Schachter, Steven C. — Massachusetts General Hospital
- Study coordinator: Schachter, Steven C.
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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.