Using genetic information to improve health in diverse populations
Genomic Approaches to Population Health in Multi-Ethnic Hospital Systems
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO DENVER · NIH-10676210
This study is looking at how using genetic information can help doctors make better decisions about diagnosing and treating diseases for people from different backgrounds, so everyone can benefit from new medical advancements.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO DENVER (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (Aurora, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10676210 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on incorporating genomic information into patient care to enhance diagnostic and therapeutic decision-making. By assembling a multi-ethnic cohort of over one million individuals linked to electronic medical records, the project aims to understand disease risk across diverse populations. The researchers will develop novel statistical methods to monitor population health and refine the understanding of disease prevalence and clinical variant pathogenicity. This approach seeks to ensure that advancements in genomic medicine benefit all populations, not just those of European descent.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals from various ethnic backgrounds who may be affected by chronic diseases such as asthma, diabetes, or hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.
Not a fit: Patients who do not belong to multi-ethnic backgrounds or those with conditions not covered by the research may not receive benefits from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate diagnoses and personalized treatments for patients from diverse ethnic backgrounds.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in using genomic approaches to improve health outcomes in diverse populations, indicating that this approach is both promising and necessary.
Where this research is happening
Aurora, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO DENVER — Aurora, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: GIGNOUX, CHRISTOPHER R — UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO DENVER
- Study coordinator: GIGNOUX, CHRISTOPHER R
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.
Conditions: Chronic Disease