A system for synthesizing and sharing diverse health data
Official title: METEOR-Data Synthesis and Transfer (METEOR-DST)
Funded at Washington University · NIH-10912710 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on a new way to combine different types of health information, like genetic data and medical images, to make it easier for researchers and doctors to share and use this information to improve healthcare for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Washington University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Saint Louis, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $126,513 |
| NIH project number | 5U54CA274318-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10912710 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are patients whose data can be integrated into multi-omics and clinical databases, particularly those involved in ongoing health research.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have data that can be synthesized or who are not involved in research collaborations may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating a shared resource that synthesizes various types of health data, including multi-omics, imaging, and clinical information. It aims to facilitate the transfer of this synthesized data into larger data ecosystems, making it more accessible and user-friendly for researchers and healthcare providers. By adhering to FAIR principles, the project ensures that patient-derived data is collected and managed effectively, allowing for better collaboration across research centers. The initiative will enhance existing platforms to support diverse health information workflows.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the accessibility and usability of health data for better patient care and research outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Other research initiatives have successfully implemented similar data synthesis and sharing approaches, indicating a promising potential for this project.
Where this research is happening
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Washington University
Saint Louis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lai, Albert M — Washington University
- Study coordinator: Lai, Albert M
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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.