Engaging diverse communities to improve health through a large research program
Official title: Supporting and sustaining engagement to retain strategies and disseminating research value in the All of Us Research Program
Funded at Brigham and Women's Hospital · NIH-11111567 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about getting a diverse group of people to share their health information so we can better understand health and improve care for everyone, especially those who are often left out of research.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Brigham and Women's Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $500,000 |
| NIH project number | 1OT2OD038228-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11111567 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include individuals from various backgrounds, particularly those from communities that are typically underrepresented in biomedical research.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not belong to the targeted diverse communities or those who are not interested in participating in long-term health studies may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on the All of Us Research Program, which aims to enroll over a million participants from diverse backgrounds to create a comprehensive biomedical data resource. The program emphasizes participant engagement and retention, particularly among underrepresented communities in biomedical research. By implementing innovative strategies and collaborating with local health systems, the program seeks to ensure that participants remain involved over the long term. This initiative not only collects valuable health data but also addresses social determinants of health to improve overall health outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more personalized and effective healthcare solutions that reflect the needs of diverse populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous initiatives similar to the All of Us Research Program have shown success in engaging diverse populations and improving health outcomes through comprehensive data collection.
Where this research is happening
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Brigham and Women's Hospital
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Clark, Cheryl Renee — Brigham and Women's Hospital
- Study coordinator: Clark, Cheryl Renee
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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.