Improving patient-centered research methods for better healthcare outcomes
Official title: Research and Data Analysis Core
Funded at University of Michigan at Ann Arbor · NIH-11004305 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is helping researchers learn better ways to conduct studies that focus on what patients really need, so they can create healthcare solutions that truly make a difference in people's lives.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project start | January 1, 2024 |
| Project end | December 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $357,349 |
| NIH project number | 5P30HS029742-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11004305 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are patients who are involved in or affected by healthcare interventions being studied by the MEL-STaR Scholars.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not engaged in the specific healthcare interventions or conditions being researched may not receive direct benefits from this initiative.
What this research studies
The Research and Data Analysis Core (RDAC) aims to enhance the skills of MEL-STaR Scholars by providing them with advanced methodologies for conducting patient-centered research. This initiative focuses on aligning research efforts with patient needs, ensuring that the outcomes of their studies are relevant and beneficial. The RDAC team will mentor these scholars in developing and implementing effective research strategies that evaluate the impact of healthcare interventions. By fostering collaboration among interdisciplinary scientists, the core seeks to promote sustained research that optimizes patient outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare interventions that are more closely aligned with patient needs and preferences.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in employing patient-centered outcomes and comparative effectiveness research methods, indicating a promising approach for this initiative.
Where this research is happening
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University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kilbourne, Amy M — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Kilbourne, Amy M
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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.