A hub for sharing data and biological specimens from child health studies
Official title: REPOSITORY SERVICES FOR THE NICHD DATA AND SPECIMEN HUB (DASH)
Funded at Fisher Bioservices, INC. · NIH-11193420 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on a new online platform called DASH that helps researchers easily find and share important health data and samples from different studies, making it easier for scientists to collaborate and learn more about health conditions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Fisher Bioservices, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rockville, United States) |
| Project start | September 26, 2018 |
| Project end | September 25, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $40,106 |
| NIH project number | 275201400003I-P00010-27500038-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11193420 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals who have participated in NICHD-funded studies and whose data or specimens are archived in the DASH.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who have not participated in NICHD-funded studies or whose data and specimens are not included in the DASH may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating a centralized platform, known as the Data and Specimen Hub (DASH), for organizing and sharing valuable data and biological specimens collected from various studies funded by the NICHD. By utilizing this hub, researchers can access de-identified data and, in some cases, residual biospecimens for further analysis. The DASH is designed to adhere to FAIR principles, ensuring that the data is findable, accessible, interoperable, and reusable, which enhances the potential for secondary research and collaboration among scientists.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance the availability and usability of critical health data and specimens, leading to improved understanding and treatment of child health issues.
How similar studies have gone: Other research initiatives focused on data sharing and biobanking have shown success in enhancing scientific collaboration and advancing medical research.
Where this research is happening
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Fisher Bioservices, INC.
Rockville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mandaci, Oguz — Fisher Bioservices, INC.
- Study coordinator: Mandaci, Oguz
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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.