Improving recruitment methods for clinical trials involving older adults
Recruitment Core RC1
This study is all about finding better ways to invite and keep older adults from different backgrounds involved in clinical trials, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, so that everyone can have a chance to participate and benefit from new treatments.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Connecticut Sch of Med/dnt NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Farmington, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10900729 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing recruitment and retention strategies for clinical trials, particularly targeting diverse older adult populations. The UConn Recruitment and Community Engagement Core will utilize various methods, including media outreach and partnerships with healthcare providers, to effectively engage potential participants. By leveraging a large volunteer registry and community engagement activities, the project aims to ensure that clinical trials are more inclusive and representative of different demographics, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include older adults from diverse backgrounds, particularly those from BIPOC communities.
Not a fit: Patients who are not older adults or those who do not belong to diverse demographic groups may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective and inclusive clinical trials, ultimately improving health outcomes for older adults.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in improving recruitment strategies for clinical trials, particularly in enhancing diversity among participants.
Where this research is happening
Farmington, United States
- University of Connecticut Sch of Med/dnt — Farmington, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Robison, Julie Thompson — University of Connecticut Sch of Med/dnt
- Study coordinator: Robison, Julie Thompson
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.