Developing point-of-care technologies for nutrition, infection, and cancer globally.
Official title: Point of Care Technologies for Nutrition, Infection, and Cancer for Global Health (PORTENT)
Funded at Cornell University · NIH-10928888 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on new, easy-to-use health tests that can help people in low-income countries get better care for infections, nutritional issues, and cancers, making sure these tools are designed with their needs in mind and helping local communities improve their health for the long run.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Cornell University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ithaca, United States) |
| Project start | September 13, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $1,310,994 |
| NIH project number | 5U54EB034654-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10928888 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals from low-income and lower-middle-income countries who are at risk for infections, nutritional deficiencies, or cancers.
✕Less likely to help
Patients living in high-income countries with established healthcare systems may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating innovative point-of-care (PoC) diagnostic technologies aimed at improving health outcomes for vulnerable populations in low-income and lower-middle-income countries. By addressing the significant diagnostic gap in primary health care, the project seeks to develop accessible and effective diagnostic tools for conditions such as infections, nutritional deficiencies, and cancers. The approach involves collaboration among leading universities and aims to validate these technologies on a global scale, ensuring they meet the unique needs of diverse communities. The research also emphasizes building local expertise and capacity to sustain health improvements over time.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance access to essential diagnostic tests, leading to earlier detection and treatment of critical health conditions for underserved populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in developing point-of-care technologies for various health conditions, indicating a promising potential for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Cornell University
Ithaca, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Erickson, David Carl — Cornell University
- Study coordinator: Erickson, David Carl
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.