Engaging communities and participants in health research.
Official title: AOU WI Area of Interest 1: Community, Participant and Provider Engagement, Enrollment...
Funded at Marshfield Clinic Research Foundation · NIH-11130067 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about finding better ways to get people, especially older adults and those from different backgrounds, involved in the All of Us Research Program, which collects health information to help everyone stay healthy, especially after learning from the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Marshfield Clinic Research Foundation NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Marshfield, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $2,000,000 |
| NIH project number | 3OT2OD037636-01S1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11130067 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include individuals aged 65 and older, as well as those from diverse ethnic backgrounds.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not part of the targeted age group or do not belong to the diverse populations being engaged may not receive benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing community engagement and participation in the All of Us Research Program, which aims to gather health data from diverse populations. It involves developing innovative strategies to enroll and retain participants, particularly among older adults and various ethnic groups. The program has adapted to challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic, using lessons learned to improve outreach and support for participants. By fostering collaboration and inclusivity, the research seeks to ensure that health information is accessible to all.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes by ensuring that diverse populations are represented in health research, ultimately informing better healthcare practices.
How similar studies have gone: Previous initiatives in community engagement for health research have shown success, indicating that this approach is promising and builds on established strategies.
Where this research is happening
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Marshfield Clinic Research Foundation
Marshfield, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hebbring, Scott Joseph — Marshfield Clinic Research Foundation
- Study coordinator: Hebbring, Scott Joseph
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.