Collaboration on bioinformatics workshops in Arkansas
Official title: Arkansas Bioinformatics Consortium
Funded at Arkansas Research Alliance · NIH-11175758 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about bringing together six Arkansas institutions for five fun workshops on bioinformatics, where participants will learn about cool topics like artificial intelligence and big data, while also getting students involved to boost their skills and teamwork in this exciting field.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Arkansas Research Alliance NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Conway, United States) |
| Project start | September 20, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $20,000 |
| NIH project number | 1R13FD008487-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11175758 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation would include students and professionals interested in bioinformatics and its applications.
✕Less likely to help
Patients not involved in bioinformatics education or research may not receive direct benefits from this initiative.
What this research studies
This project aims to hold five annual workshops focused on bioinformatics, bringing together six major institutions in Arkansas to enhance collaboration. Participants will explore various aspects of bioinformatics, including artificial intelligence, big data, machine learning, and visualization techniques. The workshops will also emphasize educational coordination and encourage student involvement in these fields. By fostering collaboration among these institutions, the project seeks to advance knowledge and skills in bioinformatics.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance bioinformatics education and collaboration, leading to improved applications in healthcare and agriculture.
How similar studies have gone: While collaborative workshops in bioinformatics have been conducted elsewhere, this specific initiative is a novel approach within the Arkansas region.
Where this research is happening
-
Arkansas Research Alliance
Conway, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Barnhouse, Bryan — Arkansas Research Alliance
- Study coordinator: Barnhouse, Bryan
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.