Improving participant recruitment and retention for biomedical research
All of Us Coast-to-Coast Strong recrUitment, Retention, and Facilitation (C2C SURF)
This study is all about finding better ways to invite and keep people involved in health research, making sure everyone feels valued and connected while helping to improve our understanding of health for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Yale University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New Haven, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11303661 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the recruitment and retention of participants in biomedical studies through innovative strategies and data-driven decision-making. By leveraging implementation science and best practices in data management, the project aims to create effective outreach efforts and partnerships to engage new participants in the All of Us research initiatives. The team will also work on maintaining relationships with current participants to ensure their continued involvement. This approach is designed to balance costs and maximize the value returned to participants.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include individuals interested in contributing to biomedical research and those who are part of the All of Us program.
Not a fit: Patients who are not eligible for the All of Us program or those who do not wish to participate in research studies may not benefit from this initiative.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective and inclusive biomedical studies, ultimately improving health outcomes for diverse populations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in improving participant engagement and retention through similar innovative recruitment strategies.
Where this research is happening
New Haven, United States
- Yale University — New Haven, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ohno-Machado, Lucila — Yale University
- Study coordinator: Ohno-Machado, Lucila
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.