Expanding data infrastructure for advanced biomedical research at the University of Kentucky
Official title: University of Kentucky Center for Clinical and Translational Science Enterprise Data Center Expansion
Funded at University of Kentucky · NIH-11016710 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to make the data systems at the University of Kentucky better so that researchers can safely handle and analyze large amounts of health information, which will help them find new ways to understand and treat conditions like Alzheimer's disease and cancer, ultimately benefiting patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Kentucky NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lexington, United States) |
| Project start | September 15, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $7,548,058 |
| NIH project number | 1C06OD037831-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11016710 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals affected by Alzheimer's disease or those involved in related biomedical studies.
✕Less likely to help
Patients not affected by Alzheimer's disease or cancer may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the secure data infrastructure at the University of Kentucky to support various biomedical and population health projects. By improving the Enterprise Data Center, the initiative aims to facilitate advanced research methodologies, including artificial intelligence and data analytics, which are crucial for modern biomedical investigations. The project will enable researchers to manage and analyze large datasets securely, ultimately leading to more effective studies in areas like Alzheimer's disease and cancer. Patients may benefit from the improved research capabilities that arise from this enhanced infrastructure.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant advancements in the understanding and treatment of conditions like Alzheimer's disease and cancer.
How similar studies have gone: Other research initiatives have successfully utilized enhanced data infrastructure and AI approaches to improve biomedical outcomes, indicating a promising potential for this project.
Where this research is happening
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University of Kentucky
Lexington, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kern, Philip a — University of Kentucky
- Study coordinator: Kern, Philip a
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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.