Today’s Patent – Decentralized applications and data sharing platform for clinical research

The said invention (US11522703B1) was invented by Praduman JainJosh SchillingDave Klein, patented by USPTO on 19-01-2022. Currently, it stands assigned to Vignet Inc.

The current state of data management systems is marked by fragmented and inaccessible data, particularly in the healthcare domain. Although a vast amount of health data is generated, much of it remains locked within proprietary systems, inaccessible to the very individuals it describes. Patients often lack tools to view, manage, or control their health data, leading to repetitive processes like filling out medical forms or undergoing duplicative tests. Even with regulations ensuring data privacy, there is a significant gap in enabling seamless sharing of health data between patients, healthcare providers, and third-party applications. The absence of standardized formats and secure sharing mechanisms hinders interoperability, reduces the quality of medical care, and limits progress in health research.

The described system introduces a transformative platform for data storage and sharing that enhances interoperability while prioritizing security, privacy, and user control. It provides individuals with secure, access-controlled digital data storage areas, acting as a “health data wallet,” where users can set permissions for sharing their data. By using standardized formats, APIs, and metadata mapping, the system enables seamless translation and integration of data across diverse applications. Advanced features like automated workflows, configurable access permissions, and deidentified identifiers ensure privacy while allowing users to authorize selective access. This innovation reduces redundancy in data collection, streamlines research processes, and improves the quality of healthcare by enabling more informed decision-making through comprehensive data sharing.