Creating a data archive for human brain activity measurements
BRAIN INITIATIVE RESOURCE: DEVELOPMENT OF A HUMAN NEUROELECTROMAGNETIC DATA ARCHIVE AND TOOLS RESOURCE (NEMAR)
This study is creating a helpful collection of brain activity data, like EEG and MEG, to make it easier for researchers to understand how our brains work and improve treatments for brain-related conditions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Diego NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (La Jolla, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10687858 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a comprehensive archive for neuroelectromagnetic data, such as EEG and MEG, which are used to measure brain activity. By establishing standards for data collection and analysis, the project aims to enhance the accessibility and usability of this data for researchers. Patients' clinical data will be included to support advanced analysis and improve understanding of brain function. The archive will also provide tools for researchers to conduct large-scale analyses and meta-analyses, potentially leading to new insights in neuroscience.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals undergoing clinical evaluations for brain-related conditions who may have EEG or MEG data collected.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have any neuroelectromagnetic data collected or those not involved in clinical evaluations may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnostic tools and treatment strategies for neurological disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Similar initiatives in neuroimaging data archiving have shown success, indicating a promising potential for this approach in neuroelectromagnetic data.
Where this research is happening
La Jolla, United States
- University of California, San Diego — La Jolla, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Makeig, Scott — University of California, San Diego
- Study coordinator: Makeig, Scott
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.