406P Symmetrian: A rule-based matchmaking platform to enhance patient-centric cancer research

Patient and public involvement (PPI) is the active and meaningful collaboration of patients and public in clinical studies and healthcare decisions, addressing priorities and needs of those affected, reinforcing the outcomes, relevance, quality, and impact of research. With the increasing demand for PPI, researchers struggle to find patients with the right expertise, while patients learn too late of relevant research initiatives. In oncology, PPI remains a critical yet under-utilized component of innovation.