Creating a standard for sharing behavioral data in research
Psych-DS: A FAIR data standard for behavioral datasets
This study is working on a new way to make it easier for researchers to share and use behavioral data about children, which can help us better understand how their brains work, all while making sure it fits smoothly into their existing research methods.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Massachusetts Institute of Technology NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cambridge, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10645923 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a standardized framework called Psych-DS for sharing behavioral datasets in biomedical research. It aims to improve the findability, accessibility, interoperability, and reusability of behavioral data, which is crucial for understanding brain function and behavior in children. By collaborating with researchers, the project will create tools that ensure compatibility across different programming languages and streamline the data-sharing process. This initiative will help researchers adopt the new standard without disrupting their current workflows.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years who are involved in behavioral studies related to brain and cognitive development.
Not a fit: Patients who are outside the age range of 0-11 years or those not participating in behavioral research may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance the quality and efficiency of behavioral data sharing, leading to better insights into child development and brain function.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives have successfully implemented data standards in various fields, suggesting that this approach could also yield positive results in behavioral sciences.
Where this research is happening
Cambridge, United States
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology — Cambridge, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kline Struhl, Melissa — Massachusetts Institute of Technology
- Study coordinator: Kline Struhl, Melissa
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.