A core facility for data science support in brain tumor research
Biostatistics and Bioinformatics Core
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY AT CHICAGO · NIH-10898624
This study is all about helping researchers better understand brain tumors by organizing and analyzing important data, so they can find out how different treatments work and improve care for patients like you.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY AT CHICAGO (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (CHICAGO, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10898624 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
The Biostatistics and Bioinformatics Core provides essential data science support for projects focused on brain tumors. It develops and maintains centralized databases for tracking preclinical studies and clinical trial data, ensuring accurate reporting and statistical analysis. The core also offers bioinformatics expertise to analyze large omics data sets, helping researchers understand the molecular impacts of treatments. By ensuring rigorous study design and reproducibility, this core facility enhances the reliability of research findings.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include individuals diagnosed with brain tumors or those involved in related clinical trials.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to brain tumors or those not participating in clinical trials may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment options for patients with brain tumors.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives utilizing biostatistics and bioinformatics in cancer studies have shown significant success, indicating a strong potential for this approach.
Where this research is happening
CHICAGO, UNITED STATES
- NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY AT CHICAGO — CHICAGO, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: ZHANG, HUI — NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY AT CHICAGO
- Study coordinator: ZHANG, HUI
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.
Conditions: Brain Cancer