Improving access to genomic medicine in healthcare systems
Official title: Coordination for Demonstrating Real-world Advancement in Genomics Operations Network (DRAGON)
Funded at Vanderbilt University Medical Center · NIH-10981658 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to make genetic testing a regular part of healthcare so that patients can easily access it and understand how it can help them with their health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Vanderbilt University Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Nashville, United States) |
| Project start | September 23, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $2,891,718 |
| NIH project number | 1U01HG013771-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10981658 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are patients who may benefit from genomic testing due to their medical history or genetic risk factors.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have any genetic risk factors or conditions that would warrant genomic testing may not receive benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to create a national infrastructure that integrates genomic medicine into everyday healthcare practices. By collaborating with clinical sites, the project will identify barriers to implementing genomic testing and develop strategies to overcome them. The initiative will also engage patients and communities to enhance understanding of genetic risks and the benefits of testing. Ultimately, the goal is to ensure that genomic medicine is effectively embedded in routine workflows, making it more accessible to patients who could benefit from it.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve patient access to genomic testing and personalized healthcare interventions.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in integrating genomic medicine into healthcare systems, indicating that this approach has the potential for meaningful advancements.
Where this research is happening
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Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Peterson, Joseph F. — Vanderbilt University Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Peterson, Joseph F.
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.