Harnessing Digital Health for Patient-Centered Clinical Research
Scope
The Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) has announced a significant funding opportunity for Cycle 1 2027 focused on harnessing digital health technologies. The goal of this funding announcement is to support patient-centered comparative clinical effectiveness research (CER) that leverages digital tools such as mHealth, sensors, and AI to improve evidence-based decision-making. As noted by Madhavan et al. (2021) in their review of digital health equity, such technologies have the transformative potential to reach underserved populations and bridge gaps in clinical evidence when designed with accessibility in mind.
Eligibility
This opportunity is open to any private or public sector organization, including non-profit and for-profit organizations, as well as university-affiliated research centers and hospitals based in the United States.
Partnership
A core requirement of PCORI funding is the active partnership with patients and relevant stakeholders throughout the research process. Projects must emphasize patient-centered outcomes and demonstrate how digital tools will facilitate meaningful engagement.
- Comparison of two or more clinical alternatives.
- Integration of digital health platforms for data collection or intervention delivery.
- Clear strategies for addressing health disparities.
Letter of Intent (LOI) Deadline: January 6, 2027
Application Deadline: May 4, 2027
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