Improving access to large biomedical data sets through cloud partnerships
STRIDES
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 lead to faster discoveries and better treatments for patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Four Points Technology, LLC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chantilly, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11192519 on NIH RePORTER |
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 initiative will enable researchers to store, share, and analyze data more effectively, ultimately accelerating biomedical advances. Patients may benefit from improved research capabilities that lead to better treatments and healthcare solutions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals involved in or affected by biomedical research, particularly those with conditions that could be studied using large data sets.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in biomedical research or whose conditions do not utilize large data sets 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 improved patient care and treatment options.
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
Chantilly, United States
- Four Points Technology, LLC — Chantilly, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lipkin, Joel a — Four Points Technology, LLC
- Study coordinator: Lipkin, Joel a
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.