Developing software to improve Echinobase for biological data access
Software Development to Enhance Echinobase
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · CARNEGIE-MELLON UNIVERSITY · NIH-10933428
This study is all about making it easier for researchers and anyone interested in echinoderms, like starfish and sea urchins, to explore and understand important biological data through a user-friendly online tool.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | CARNEGIE-MELLON UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (PITTSBURGH, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10933428 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating software enhancements for Echinobase, a database that provides access to genomic and biological data related to echinoderms. The project aims to develop user-friendly web applications and interfaces that allow researchers and community members to easily browse and analyze complex biological data. By incorporating new data types and features, the goal is to make the platform more accessible, especially for those who may not have a background in bioinformatics. The development process includes assessing data needs, modeling, and testing new tools to ensure they meet the requirements of the scientific community.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are biologists and researchers working with echinoderms or related genomic data who require better tools for data analysis.
Not a fit: Patients or individuals not involved in biological research or those studying non-echinoderm species may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve how researchers access and utilize genomic data, leading to advancements in our understanding of echinoderm biology.
How similar studies have performed: Similar research efforts in developing user-friendly bioinformatics tools have shown success, indicating that this approach is promising.
Where this research is happening
PITTSBURGH, UNITED STATES
- CARNEGIE-MELLON UNIVERSITY — PITTSBURGH, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: VIZE, PETER D — CARNEGIE-MELLON UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: VIZE, PETER D
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.