Improving patient-centered outcomes through community collaboration
Official title: Patient-Oriented Research and Training to Accelerate Learning (Penn PORTAL)
Funded at University of Pennsylvania · NIH-11004319 · Data updated 2026-11-12
The Penn PORTAL initiative is working to improve healthcare for people in Philadelphia by bringing together hospitals, community groups, and experts to create and test new ways to make healthcare better for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pennsylvania NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project start | January 1, 2024 |
| Project end | December 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $981,235 |
| NIH project number | 5P30HS029745-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11004319 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include patients from diverse backgrounds who are engaged in or affected by healthcare delivery in Philadelphia.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside of the Philadelphia area or those not involved in the healthcare system may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
The Penn PORTAL initiative aims to enhance patient-centered outcomes research by building a collaborative network among health systems, community partners, and expert mentors in Philadelphia. This program will focus on developing and testing interventions that are informed by rigorous research methods and are designed to improve healthcare delivery and patient outcomes. By integrating diverse perspectives and expertise, the initiative seeks to ensure that research is relevant and beneficial to the community it serves.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare practices that better meet the needs of patients in the community.
How similar studies have gone: Similar initiatives have shown promise in enhancing patient outcomes through community engagement and collaborative research efforts.
Where this research is happening
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University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Halpern, Scott D — University of Pennsylvania
- Study coordinator: Halpern, Scott D
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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.