Improving collaboration in clinical and translational research teams

Enabling High-Impact Collaborative Clinical and Translational Research through Effective Information Management: A Prototype Intervention

NIH-funded research University of Michigan at Ann Arbor · NIH-10899442

This study is all about helping research teams work better together by finding ways to improve how they share and manage information, so they can turn scientific discoveries into real treatments for patients like you.

Quick facts

Grant typeR01 grant
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionUniversity of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Ann Arbor, United States)
Project IDNIH-10899442 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research focuses on enhancing the effectiveness of collaborative clinical and translational research teams by improving information management practices. It aims to identify and implement strategies that facilitate better communication, coordination, and planning among team members. By studying how these teams interact with information, the research seeks to develop tools and processes that can streamline their work and ultimately lead to more successful outcomes in translating scientific discoveries into clinical practice.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients involved in clinical trials or translational research studies, particularly those with complex health conditions requiring interdisciplinary approaches.

Not a fit: Patients who are not engaged in clinical research or do not have access to translational research programs may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more efficient and effective clinical research, resulting in faster and better healthcare solutions for patients.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in improving collaborative practices in clinical research, indicating that this approach has potential for meaningful advancements.

Where this research is happening

Ann Arbor, 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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