Improving cancer data management and health equity using advanced technology
Data Science
This study is working on making cancer data easier to find and use, so that everyone, especially those from different backgrounds, can get better treatments and care based on the latest information.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11012037 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing cancer data management through the Data Science Shared Resource (DSSR) initiative, which aims to ensure that data is findable, accessible, interoperable, and reusable. The project will utilize advanced database technologies and artificial intelligence to optimize data access and develop analytical tools that support scientific rigor. By integrating health equity considerations into the data model, the DSSR seeks to address disparities in cancer care and improve outcomes for diverse populations. Patients may benefit from improved data-driven insights that can lead to better-targeted treatments and interventions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include cancer patients from various demographic backgrounds, particularly those affected by health disparities.
Not a fit: Patients with non-cancerous conditions or those not affected by health disparities may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more equitable cancer care and improved treatment outcomes for patients from diverse backgrounds.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in utilizing data science and AI to improve health outcomes, indicating that this approach has potential for significant impact.
Where this research is happening
Baltimore, United States
- Johns Hopkins University — Baltimore, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mcnutt, Todd R — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Mcnutt, Todd R
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.