Creating a system for better data sharing and management among researchers
The Harvard Dataverse repository: A generalist repository integrated with a Data Commons
This study is working to make it easier for researchers to find and share important health data by improving how data is organized and accessed, so everyone can use it more effectively.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Harvard University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cambridge, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11273371 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the way data is managed and shared among researchers by integrating established generalist repositories into the NIH data ecosystem. It focuses on developing collaborative approaches that improve the search and discovery of NIH-funded data. The project will also promote the adoption of FAIR principles, which ensure that data is Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, and Reusable. By working with various teams, the initiative will create a cohesive framework for data submission, quality assurance, and user training.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include researchers and scientists who rely on data for their studies across various fields.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in research or do not utilize data for scientific purposes may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve how researchers access and utilize data, leading to more efficient and impactful scientific discoveries.
How similar studies have performed: Previous initiatives in data sharing and management have shown success in improving research collaboration and data accessibility, indicating a promising outlook for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Cambridge, United States
- Harvard University — Cambridge, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: King, Gary — Harvard University
- Study coordinator: King, Gary
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.