A core facility for managing and analyzing data related to the coronavirus.
Core D - Data Management and Bioinformatics Core
This study is working on a new online tool to help scientists easily share and analyze information about the coronavirus, making it easier for everyone to work together and speed up research on infectious diseases.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11005776 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating a centralized platform for managing and analyzing data related to the 2019 novel coronavirus. It aims to develop bioinformatics tools and workflows that facilitate reproducible analysis and ensure that data is accessible to researchers and the public. By tracking projects and experiments, the core will enhance collaboration and data sharing among scientists, ultimately accelerating research efforts. The initiative also emphasizes the importance of quality control and rigorous data management to support ongoing studies in infectious diseases.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals affected by or at risk of COVID-19 and those involved in related clinical studies.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to infectious diseases or those not engaged in research studies may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the efficiency and effectiveness of coronavirus-related research, leading to better understanding and treatment options for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research initiatives in bioinformatics and data management during the COVID-19 pandemic have shown success in enhancing data accessibility and collaboration among researchers.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Garcia-Sastre, Adolfo — Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
- Study coordinator: Garcia-Sastre, Adolfo
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.