Creating computational tools for echinoderm research
Official title: Computational Support for All Echinobase Objectives
Funded at University of Florida · NIH-11304883 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on creating better tools and resources to help scientists learn more about starfish and sea urchins, which could lead to exciting new discoveries about these fascinating marine animals.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Florida NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Gainesville, United States) |
| Project start | September 22, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $133,631 |
| NIH project number | 7P41HD095831-08 |
| Project ID | NIH-11304883 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research would include marine biologists, ecologists, and students studying marine life.
✕Less likely to help
Patients not involved in marine biology or related fields may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing computational resources to support various objectives related to echinoderms, a group of marine animals that includes starfish and sea urchins. By enhancing data accessibility and analysis capabilities, the project aims to facilitate research in this field, potentially leading to new insights into echinoderm biology. Patients interested in marine biology or related fields may benefit from the advancements in knowledge and tools generated by this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide valuable tools and resources that enhance our understanding of echinoderms and their ecological roles.
How similar studies have gone: While the specific approach may be novel, similar computational tools have successfully advanced research in other biological fields.
Where this research is happening
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University of Florida
Gainesville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hinman, Veronica Frances — University of Florida
- Study coordinator: Hinman, Veronica Frances
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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.