A resource for understanding human diseases and their connections.
The Human Disease Ontology: An integrated, mechanistic knowledge resource for biomedical research.
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND BALTIMORE · NIH-10880675
This study is working on a new tool that brings together information about diseases to help doctors understand how genes and the environment affect health, which could lead to better diagnoses and treatments for patients like you.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND BALTIMORE (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (BALTIMORE, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10880675 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating the Human Disease Ontology (DO) Knowledgebase, which aims to integrate and standardize information about diseases from various genomic and proteomic resources. By linking diverse datasets, the project seeks to enhance precision medicine and improve the understanding of disease relationships. Patients may benefit from a more comprehensive view of how genetic and environmental factors influence health, leading to better diagnostic and treatment options. The research will also address the need for training in genomics for healthcare professionals.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with complex diseases or those interested in how genetic and environmental factors affect their health.
Not a fit: Patients with rare diseases that are not included in the Human Disease Ontology may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnostic accuracy and personalized treatment strategies for patients with complex diseases.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives have successfully integrated genomic data to improve disease understanding, suggesting that this approach has potential for significant impact.
Where this research is happening
BALTIMORE, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND BALTIMORE — BALTIMORE, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: SCHRIML, LYNN MARIE — UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND BALTIMORE
- Study coordinator: SCHRIML, LYNN MARIE
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.