Board Approves Funding for Research Study, PCORnet Phase
The new Duke University-based study focuses on kidney transplantation for people with kidney failure, while a $78 million funding allocation will support Phase 3 of PCORnet®, the National Patient-Centered Clinical Research Network. Learn more
Sharing Results With the Public Quickly
Sharing the results of the studies we fund with the public is a critical part of our work. A recent analysis of our early completed trials showed that the results are reaching the public in a considerably shorter time than those from similar research funded by other organizations. Read more
New 2021 Funding Opportunities Open
The eight new PFAs incorporate a streamlined application process, which was developed in response to applicant feedback and a long-term goal to increase the amount of research we fund over the coming years. Learn more
[View the new PFAs here.]
PCORI's Methodology Work Highlighted in BMJ
The PCORI staff-authored paper highlights the process of developing the PCORI Methodology Standards for conducting and reporting qualitative and mixed methods research—two areas central to patient-centered outcomes research. Read more
Daily Blood Sugar Testing
For people with type 2 diabetes, maintaining their blood sugar at a healthy level is important, but checking it every day may not help them manage the condition. However, a new Evidence Update, via a PCORI-funded study, highlights why patients who don’t use insulin may not benefit from daily self-testing. Read more
Research Fundamentals
To help patients, caregivers and other interested stakeholders participate more fully in research, PCORI has launched this free, online training to gain a better understanding of the research process and patient-centered research. Find out more
Biweekly COVID-19 Scan
Our latest brief — in a series on the evolving landscape of potentially impactful applications for COVID-19 — covers a risk modeling and mitigation tool and an over-the-counter coronavirus test. Read more
Evidence Updates
PCORI presents Evidence Updates in concise accessible formats to highlight findings from systematic reviews and some of our funded research. Learn more