Creating a system for better data sharing and management in research.
THE GENERALIST REPOSITORY ECOSYSTEM INITIATIVE (GREI)
This study is working to make it easier for researchers to find and use data from NIH-funded projects by improving how research data is shared and managed, so everyone can access and benefit from it more easily.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Elsevier, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11276886 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The Generalist Repository Ecosystem Initiative (GREI) aims to enhance how research data is managed and shared by integrating established generalist repositories into the NIH data ecosystem. This initiative focuses on developing collaborative strategies that improve the search and discovery of NIH-funded data, making it easier for researchers to access and utilize this information. By promoting the adoption of FAIR principles—ensuring data is Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, and Reusable—the project seeks to modernize the data resources ecosystem and provide training and support for users.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include patients involved in studies that rely on shared data and those interested in the outcomes of research facilitated by improved data management.
Not a fit: Patients who are not engaged in research or do not have access to studies utilizing these data-sharing improvements may not receive direct benefits.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the accessibility and usability of research data for patients and researchers alike.
How similar studies have performed: Other initiatives focused on improving data sharing and management have shown success, indicating that this approach has potential for positive outcomes.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Elsevier, INC. — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Snowden, Traci — Elsevier, INC.
- Study coordinator: Snowden, Traci
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.