Improving data management and analysis for Alzheimer's research
Core G: Biostatistics and Data Management
This study is working on building a user-friendly online system to help researchers share and understand important information about Alzheimer's Disease and Down syndrome, so they can work together better and learn more about these conditions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pittsburgh, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10667592 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the management and analysis of data related to Alzheimer's Disease and Down syndrome. It aims to create a centralized online system for data sharing and integration, which will include clinical, neuroimaging, genetic, and neuropathology information. A multidisciplinary team will provide statistical support to ensure that the research hypotheses are thoroughly tested. By facilitating collaboration among researchers, this project seeks to deepen the understanding of these conditions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease or Down syndrome, particularly those over 21 years old.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have Alzheimer's Disease or Down syndrome may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved insights and advancements in the treatment and understanding of Alzheimer's Disease.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in utilizing centralized data management systems to enhance understanding and treatment of complex diseases like Alzheimer's.
Where this research is happening
Pittsburgh, United States
- University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh — Pittsburgh, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Tudorascu, Dana L — University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh
- Study coordinator: Tudorascu, Dana L
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.