A cloud-based archive for advanced brain imaging data
Boss: A cloud-based data archive for electron microscopy and x-ray microtomography
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY · NIH-11098614
This study is working on a new online system to store and manage detailed brain images, which will help researchers better understand how the brain works and could lead to better treatments for brain-related conditions.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (BALTIMORE, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11098614 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating a cloud-based data archive specifically designed for high-resolution neuroimaging data generated by Electron Microscopy (EM) and X-ray Microtomography (XRM). By developing a robust data ecosystem, the project aims to store and manage vast amounts of imaging data, facilitating easier access and analysis for researchers in the neuroscience community. Patients may benefit indirectly as this research supports advancements in understanding brain structure and function, potentially leading to improved treatments for neurological conditions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals with neurological conditions or those interested in advancements in brain research.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to neurological research may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance the understanding of brain structure and function, leading to better diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for neurological disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives have successfully utilized cloud-based data storage for complex imaging data, indicating a promising approach for this project.
Where this research is happening
BALTIMORE, UNITED STATES
- JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY — BALTIMORE, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: WESTER, BROCK A. — JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: WESTER, BROCK A.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.