ACIRAH is a data and AI-powered platform that connects Black women with relevant clinical trials. By increasing participation of Black women in clinical research, ACIRAH aims to improve health outcomes and address healthcare disparities.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Black women are underrepresented in clinical trials, leading to a lack of data and insights specific to their health needs and potentially exacerbating existing healthcare disparities. This lack of representation can result in less effective treatments and a poorer understanding of disease progression in this population.
Solution
ACIRAH is a data and AI-powered platform designed to connect Black women with relevant clinical trials and health screenings. The platform uses targeted outreach and community engagement to build trust and increase participation in clinical research. By providing a direct pathway for Black women to engage in healthcare research, ACIRAH aims to improve health outcomes and address disparities. The platform also facilitates collaboration between clinical researchers and Black women, ensuring their voices are heard and their health needs are addressed. ACIRAH's approach fosters a healthcare ecosystem centered around the specific needs of Black women.
Target Audience
The primary audience includes Black women across the US seeking access to clinical trials and health screenings, as well as clinical researchers aiming to improve recruitment and retention of diverse participants.
Features
- AI/ML-driven platform for matching Black women with relevant clinical trials and health screenings
- Targeted outreach and community engagement strategies to build trust and increase participation
- Two-sided platform connecting Black women with the clinical research community
- Facilitation of in-person events to mitigate distrust and boost participation
- Partnerships with clinical researchers to provide a direct pathway for engagement
- Health awareness programs in collaboration with luxury beauty and fashion brands in US cultural institutions