A collaborative network to enhance biomedical research efficiency and transparency.
Official title: CONNECT: Collaborative Network for Nurturing Ecosystems of Common Fund Team Science
Funded at University of Alabama at Birmingham · NIH-11054656 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about bringing researchers together to share information better and work more efficiently, which could lead to faster and more effective treatments for patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Alabama at Birmingham NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Birmingham, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2024 |
| Project end | March 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $1,930,892 |
| NIH project number | 5U54OD036472-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11054656 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals involved in or affected by ongoing biomedical research initiatives.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not engaged in biomedical research or do not have access to the Common Fund Data Ecosystem may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating a collaborative network aimed at improving the efficiency and transparency of biomedical research through the Common Fund Data Ecosystem. It involves multiple institutions working together to streamline data sharing and project management, utilizing advanced tools and methodologies. Patients may benefit from improved research outcomes as a result of more effective collaboration among researchers. The project emphasizes innovative approaches to enhance communication and coordination in scientific endeavors.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to faster and more effective biomedical discoveries that directly benefit patient care.
How similar studies have gone: Previous collaborative efforts in biomedical research have shown success in enhancing data sharing and accelerating discoveries, indicating a promising potential for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chen, Jake Yue — University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Study coordinator: Chen, Jake Yue
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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.