Understanding how genomic information can be used in healthcare.
Conceptualizing Actionability in Clinical Genomic Screening
This study is looking into how useful genetic information can be for making healthcare decisions, especially for healthy people, by talking to experts and doctors to find out what makes this information helpful, so that it can be better used in regular check-ups.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10927346 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the concept of actionability in clinical genomic screening, which refers to the usefulness of genomic information in guiding healthcare decisions. By conducting in-depth interviews with genomics experts and primary care providers, the study aims to clarify what makes genomic data actionable, especially for healthy individuals. The goal is to develop a clearer framework that can help integrate genomic screening into primary care, ensuring that patients receive relevant and beneficial information. This research addresses the challenges posed by the vast amount of data generated by genomic sequencing and seeks to enhance its practical application in everyday healthcare.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are healthy individuals who may undergo genomic screening as part of routine healthcare.
Not a fit: Patients with existing health conditions that require immediate genomic intervention may not benefit directly from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved guidelines for using genomic information in patient care, ultimately enhancing health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in defining actionable genomic information, but this study aims to provide a novel perspective by focusing on primary care settings.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- New York University School of Medicine — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Owens, Kellie Nicole — New York University School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Owens, Kellie Nicole
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.