Improving access to large biomedical data sets through cloud partnerships

STRIDES

['FUNDING_OTHER'] · CARAHSOFT TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION · NIH-11192515

The STRIDES Initiative is working to make it easier for researchers to access and use large amounts of health data in the cloud, which could help speed up discoveries and lead to better treatments for patients like you.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_OTHER']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorCARAHSOFT TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION (nih funded)
Locations1 site (RESTON, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-11192515 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

The STRIDES Initiative aims to enhance biomedical research by partnering with commercial cloud service providers to overcome barriers in accessing and computing large biomedical data sets. This initiative focuses on making data Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, and Reusable (FAIR) to facilitate better research outcomes. By developing cloud infrastructure and services, the project will enable researchers to utilize extensive data resources more effectively, ultimately accelerating biomedical discoveries. Patients may benefit from improved research capabilities that lead to advancements in treatments and healthcare solutions.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals affected by conditions that require extensive biomedical data analysis for treatment advancements.

Not a fit: Patients with conditions that do not rely on large data sets for research or treatment may not receive direct benefits from this initiative.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance the speed and efficiency of biomedical discoveries, leading to better treatment options for patients.

How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives have successfully utilized cloud computing to enhance data accessibility and analysis in biomedical fields, indicating a promising approach.

Where this research is happening

RESTON, 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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Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.