Creating resources for brain atlas development using cloud technology

Scalable Molecular Pipelines for FAIR and Reusable BICAN Molecular Data

NIH-funded research Broad Institute, INC. · NIH-10875411

This study is working on new ways to organize and share brain data to help scientists create detailed maps of the brain, making it easier for everyone to access and use this information for research.

Quick facts

Grant typeNIH-funded research
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionBroad Institute, INC. NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Cambridge, United States)
Project IDNIH-10875411 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research focuses on developing scalable molecular data processing pipelines that will support the creation of brain atlases as part of the BRAIN Initiative Cell Atlas Network (BICAN). By utilizing cloud-native technology, the project aims to enhance existing data processing methods and ensure that the data produced is accessible and reusable for the scientific community. The team will collaborate with various stakeholders to prioritize data sets and ensure quality control throughout the data processing stages. Additionally, they will provide support and resources to facilitate joint analysis and community engagement through workshops and documentation.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals with neurological conditions or those interested in brain health and research.

Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to brain health or those not engaged in research initiatives may not receive direct benefits from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the quality and accessibility of molecular data for brain research, leading to better understanding and treatment of neurological conditions.

How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives have successfully utilized cloud-based data processing for large-scale biological data, indicating a promising approach for this project.

Where this research is happening

Cambridge, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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