The HRP Initiative

The HRP Initiative is a joint research and development effort to advance the understanding, recognition and management of high-risk plaque for the benefit of all stakeholders in the healthcare system. learn more

HRP Studies

The HRP Initiative has implemented a number of important research studies that involve the newest technologies: the BioImage Study, Blood Biomarker Discovery Study, Plaque Biology Study and Copenhagen Heart Study.

BioImage Study Updates

7/13/10 -- BG Medicine Announces Peer-Reviewed Publication of The BioImage Study. learn more

5/20/10 -- IMMEDIATE REQUEST FOR STUDY PROPOSALS: BG Medicine and the HRP Initiative extend an invitation to participate in advancing the landmark BioImage Study research. learn more

6/30/09 -- The BioImage Study completed the enrollment of 6,800 participants in just 18 months. learn more

Latest Headlines

Takeda Joins the HRP Initiative to Discover Biomarkers of High-Risk Atherosclerotic Plaque