Improving access to health and environmental data for communities
Data Management and Analysis Core
This study is all about making important health and earth science data easier to access and use for communities, especially those connected to the Columbia University Northern Plains Superfund Research Program, while respecting their rights to control their own information.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Columbia University Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10877764 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the management and accessibility of health and earth science data generated by the Columbia University Northern Plains Superfund Research Program. It aims to ensure that data is shared in accordance with tribal data sovereignty principles, allowing communities to benefit from the findings. The project will develop customized data management plans, improve data sharing and interoperability, and leverage statistical expertise to ensure the long-term reproducibility of results. By integrating various data sources and facilitating communication, the research seeks to empower communities with valuable information.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals and communities in the Northern Plains affected by environmental health issues.
Not a fit: Patients who are not part of the Northern Plains communities or who do not have a connection to the environmental health issues being studied may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide communities with better access to critical health and environmental data, leading to informed decision-making and improved public health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives have successfully improved data accessibility and community engagement, indicating that this approach has potential for positive outcomes.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Columbia University Health Sciences — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Goldsmith, Jeff — Columbia University Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Goldsmith, Jeff
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.