Creating a toolkit to help parents understand pediatric clinical trials
User-centered approach to the development of a parent toolkit to improve willingness to participate in pediatric clinical research
This study is creating an easy-to-use online resource for parents of kids aged 7-17 to help them learn about clinical trials, clear up any worries they might have, and improve how they talk to their kids about joining research studies.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Innovation Research and Training, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Durham, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10845299 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a web-based toolkit designed for parents of children aged 7-17 to improve their understanding and willingness to participate in pediatric clinical trials. The toolkit will provide essential information about clinical trials, address common fears and misconceptions, and offer strategies for effective communication with their children regarding research participation. By enhancing parents' knowledge and confidence, the project aims to facilitate better decision-making about clinical trial involvement. The toolkit will be available in both English and Spanish to reach a broader audience.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are parents of children aged 7-17 who may be considering participation in clinical trials.
Not a fit: Patients who are not parents or guardians of children in the specified age range may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could empower parents to make informed decisions about their children's participation in clinical trials, ultimately leading to improved treatment options for pediatric patients.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been efforts to improve awareness and understanding of clinical trials, this specific user-centered approach to developing a parent toolkit is relatively novel and untested.
Where this research is happening
Durham, United States
- Innovation Research and Training, INC. — Durham, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Parker, Alison Elaine — Innovation Research and Training, INC.
- Study coordinator: Parker, Alison Elaine
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.