A core facility for managing and analyzing cancer research data
Official title: Bioinformatics, Statistical and Methodological Core
Funded at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical Univ · NIH-10931519 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping cancer researchers by organizing and analyzing important data so they can do their work better and share their findings, ultimately aiming to improve cancer treatment and promote fairness in healthcare.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Florida Agricultural and Mechanical Univ NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tallahassee, United States) |
| Project start | September 19, 2018 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $24,150 |
| NIH project number | 5U54CA233396-07 |
| Project ID | NIH-10931519 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals affected by advanced cancers, particularly within African American communities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with non-cancerous conditions or those not involved in cancer research may not receive direct benefits from this initiative.
What this research studies
This research focuses on providing essential bioinformatics, statistical, and methodological support for cancer research projects at the Florida-California Cancer Research, Education & Engagement Health Equity Center. It aims to manage and clean data, store it securely, and release it to public databases, ensuring that researchers have access to high-quality data for their studies. The core facility will also assist in data analysis and interpretation, helping researchers prepare their findings for publication and grant applications. By enhancing data management and analysis capabilities, this initiative seeks to improve cancer research outcomes and promote health equity.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved cancer treatment strategies and better health outcomes for diverse populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has demonstrated success in utilizing bioinformatics and statistical support to enhance cancer research outcomes, indicating that this approach is both effective and valuable.
Where this research is happening
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Florida Agricultural and Mechanical Univ
Tallahassee, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kiros, Gebre-Egziabher — Florida Agricultural and Mechanical Univ
- Study coordinator: Kiros, Gebre-Egziabher
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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.