Improving access to healthy tissue data for research collaboration
Amplifying the Value of HuBMAP Data Through Data Interoperability and Collaboration
This study is all about making it easier for researchers to share and use healthy tissue information, so they can better understand human biology and improve health for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Carnegie-Mellon University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pittsburgh, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10217839 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the value of healthy tissue data by enabling better interoperability and collaboration between various datasets. The Human BioMolecular Atlas Program (HuBMAP) aims to create a comprehensive baseline of normal tissue, which will be compared with other datasets to accelerate research. By partnering with other Data Coordination Centers, the project will engage in pilot projects to demonstrate the benefits of data sharing and integration. This approach will facilitate more effective research and improve the understanding of human biology.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals interested in contributing to the understanding of healthy human tissues and their role in various medical conditions.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions that do not relate to the study of healthy tissue or those not involved in research collaborations may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance the ability of scientists to access and utilize healthy tissue data, leading to improved medical research outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives focusing on data interoperability and collaboration have shown promise, indicating that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Pittsburgh, United States
- Carnegie-Mellon University — Pittsburgh, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Blood, Philip D. — Carnegie-Mellon University
- Study coordinator: Blood, Philip 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.