Improving collaboration and communication in large-scale scientific projects
Official title: Administrative Core
Funded at Jackson Laboratory · NIH-11089341 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping different research teams work better together on projects for degenerative neurological diseases, making it easier to share information and track progress so that we can improve treatments and animal models for these conditions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Jackson Laboratory NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bar Harbor, United States) |
| Project start | May 16, 2023 |
| Project end | April 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $230,277 |
| NIH project number | 5U19NS132304-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11089341 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research are individuals affected by degenerative neurological diseases, such as those impacting motor and sensory neurons.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with non-degenerative neurological conditions or those not involved in the targeted research areas may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the coordination and collaboration among diverse teams working on multiple projects related to degenerative neurological diseases. It aims to address challenges in data integration and communication across various research institutions. By establishing frameworks for effective information sharing and progress tracking, the project seeks to streamline efforts in developing animal models and translating findings to clinical applications. The Administrative Core will support these initiatives by leveraging the team's extensive experience in managing large, multi-investigator programs.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective treatments and interventions for patients with degenerative neurological diseases.
How similar studies have gone: Other research initiatives have successfully improved collaboration and data sharing in similar scientific contexts, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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Jackson Laboratory
Bar Harbor, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lutz, Cathleen M — Jackson Laboratory
- Study coordinator: Lutz, Cathleen M
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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.