Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI)

Last Call: Submit Methodology Committee Nominations By Oct. 31 📢 As a member of the Committee, you will help make recommendations regarding methodological standards for patient-centered CER, including establishing priorities to address gaps in research methods, among other responsibilities. https://pcori.me/3brf0VW

In her latest Leadership Perspective, PCORI Executive Director Nakela Cook, M.D., MPH, discusses how PCORI is addressing the economic, mental and physical challenges facing unpaid caregivers in the United States through our work funding patient-centered CER studies and engagement projects. "Meeting the needs of caregivers does not have a one-size-fits-all approach," says Cook. Read more: https://pcori.me/3YFENA4

Join us this week for the Managing Pain Topical PCORI Funding Announcement (PFA) Applicant Town Hall! This virtual informational session offers an in-depth overview of the key elements needed to help craft a responsive Letter of Intent, including a detailed breakdown of the PFA requirements, PCORI’s criteria for funding patient-centered CER studies and the unique requirements for patient and stakeholder engagement. Learn more and reserve your spot: https://pcori.me/3YiR25h

Join our virtual Town Hall “Ask Us Anything: PCORI's Foundational Expectations for Partnerships in Research” Oct. 30 at 1 pm (ET). This session will address your questions about PCORI’s updated guidance on meaningful patient-partner engagement, the Foundational Expectations, and share insights on how to use these in the context of a patient-centered CER study. Register here: https://pcori.me/3XYo5uc

PCORI hosted its second annual Science Fair on Capitol Hill today. The Science Fair provided an opportunity to interact with researchers and patient partners from across the country about their work. The fair featured PCORI-funded research projects on various topics, including telehealth, maternal health, rural health, youth mental health, intellectual and developmental disabilities and more. Learn more: https://pcori.me/3Yyx6eO

That's a wrap on #PCORI24! To all attendees, thank you for being a part of an extraordinary two days. Your thoughtful questions and enthusiastic participation have enriched each of the dozen-plus sessions. What We Learned: 🤝 Advancing health is all about connections — connecting people, communities, data and insights for more responsive and efficient clinical trials. 🗣️ The landscape of health research is evolving, and patient engagement is at the forefront of this transformation. As we strive for health equity, it is essential to recognize the unique challenges faced by different populations. 🔬 PCORI-funded patient-centered CER is making a difference by providing people with information that helps them better understand their care options and which might be best for them. See you next year at #PCORI25!

It's been an exhilarating first day at #PCORI24! Key highlights: 🗣️ Inspiring keynote from Morgan Hanger, MPP and Chidinma A. Ibe, Ph.D. on The Future of Patient- and Community-Engaged Comparative Clinical Effectiveness Research 💡 Thought-provoking sessions on women's health, palliative care, intellectual and developmental disabilities and more that sparked great questions and new ideas 🧠 Insightful plenary on Pathways to Promoting Mental Wellness for Children and Youth 🤝 Great networking opportunities fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing There is still time to join us tomorrow with the livestream! https://pcori.me/3Bxt2lY

Time is ticking⏰ There's still time to join the 2024 PCORI Annual Meeting livestream experience starting tomorrow! Don’t miss your chance to hear several thought-provoking discussions on the future of clinical trials, health equity in patient-centered CER and more by registering for the livestream. Our streamlined format offers real-time access to all keynote and plenary sessions. https://pcori.me/3ButEc3 #PCORI24

🆕 Emerging Health Care Innovation Brief Highlights Our latest Emerging Health Care Innovation Brief spotlights advancements in: ◼️ Infectious disease control ◼️ Treatments for age-related conditions ◼️ Autoimmune disease therapies Topics to watch include: ◼️ Elinzanetant: A potential treatment for menopausal hot flashes ◼️ Nipocalimab: A promising therapy for generalized myasthenia gravis Read the Brief here: https://pcori.me/3UfrPq1

Are You an Ideal Candidate for PCORI’s Methodology Committee? As a member of the Committee, you will help make recommendations regarding methodological standards for patient-centered CER, including establishing priorities to address gaps in research methods, among other responsibilities. 2 weeks left to submit nominations! Learn more: https://pcori.me/3brf0VW