Improving clinical research methods and data management
Official title: CLINTRUSC Research Design Core (RDCD)
Funded at University of South Carolina at Columbia · NIH-10984241 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping researchers do a better job when they study health issues in people, by giving them the right tools and training, so they can use health records more effectively and work together to improve the quality of their research.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of South Carolina at Columbia NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Columbia, United States) |
| Project start | July 15, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $430,537 |
| NIH project number | 1P20GM155896-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10984241 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals involved in clinical trials or those whose health data may be utilized for research purposes.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in clinical research or do not have their health data used in studies may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the quality and reliability of clinical and translational research by providing essential infrastructure and expertise. It aims to train and support researchers in the CLINTRUSC network on best practices for conducting studies involving human subjects. The project will also improve the use of electronic health records for research purposes, ensuring that data is accurately managed and analyzed. By fostering collaboration and providing biostatistical support, this initiative seeks to elevate the standards of clinical research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more reliable clinical studies, ultimately improving patient care and treatment outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that enhancing research design and data management can significantly improve the quality of clinical studies.
Where this research is happening
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University of South Carolina at Columbia
Columbia, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Zhang, Jiajia — University of South Carolina at Columbia
- Study coordinator: Zhang, Jiajia
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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.