Creating a national health data platform for personalized medicine
Official title: All of Us Research Program Trans-America Consortium of the HCSRN
Funded at Henry Ford Health + Michigan State University Health Sciences · NIH-11128995 · Data updated 2026-11-12
The All of Us Research Program is looking for people from all walks of life to share their health information so we can create better, personalized healthcare that fits everyone’s unique needs.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Henry Ford Health + Michigan State University Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (East Lansing, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $5,540,000 |
| NIH project number | 3OT2OD036429-01S1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11128995 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates include individuals of all ages who are willing to share their health data and participate in ongoing health assessments.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not interested in participating in data sharing or those with conditions not covered by the program may not benefit.
What this research studies
The All of Us Research Program aims to build a comprehensive health data platform that collects diverse health information from participants across the United States. This initiative focuses on precision medicine, tailoring healthcare approaches based on individual genetics, health records, and personal circumstances. By addressing challenges such as small sample sizes and limited data access, the program seeks to enhance the effectiveness of preventive measures, diagnoses, and treatments. Participants will contribute their health data, which will be used to inform future healthcare innovations.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more personalized and effective healthcare interventions for patients.
How similar studies have gone: Similar large-scale initiatives, like the UK Biobank, have shown success in creating valuable health data platforms, suggesting potential for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Henry Ford Health + Michigan State University Health Sciences
East Lansing, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Peltz, Cathryn — Henry Ford Health + Michigan State University Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Peltz, Cathryn
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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.