Analyzing data to improve health research practices
Official title: Biostatistics and Data Analysis
Funded at University of Pennsylvania · NIH-10880312 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about using smart math and data techniques to make health research better and more trustworthy, so that the results can help improve health outcomes for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P01 program project |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pennsylvania NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $221,164 |
| NIH project number | 5P01HL160471-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10880312 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals involved in health studies that require robust data analysis and statistical support.
✕Less likely to help
Patients not participating in health research or those whose conditions are not addressed by the specific projects within this program may not benefit.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the quality and reliability of health research through advanced biostatistical methods and data analysis. It involves collaboration among experts to implement statistical and machine learning techniques tailored to specific health research projects. The team will also work on data collection and management, ensuring that findings are published accurately and without bias, ultimately aiming to improve health outcomes based on solid evidence.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more reliable health research findings, which may improve patient care and treatment strategies.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has demonstrated that enhanced biostatistical methods can significantly improve the quality of health research outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Maislin, Greg — University of Pennsylvania
- Study coordinator: Maislin, Greg
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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.