Improving how we label data for machine learning in breast cancer research
Guiding humans to create better labeled datasets for machine learning in biomedical research
This study is working on better ways to label data used in breast cancer research, helping scientists choose the best samples to improve machine learning tools that can lead to more accurate results for patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwestern University at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10867456 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the labeling process of datasets used in machine learning, particularly in the context of biomedical research for breast cancer. It aims to develop new methods and software that help biomedical data scientists select the most informative samples for labeling, which can improve the performance of machine learning algorithms. By addressing challenges such as measurement biases and the need for generalization across different institutions, this project seeks to create more reliable and effective machine learning models. The work will be conducted on scalable cloud platforms, making it accessible for various research applications.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals involved in breast cancer clinical trials or those whose data could contribute to machine learning applications in this field.
Not a fit: Patients not involved in breast cancer research or those whose data does not align with the study's focus may not receive any benefit.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate machine learning models that improve breast cancer diagnosis and treatment.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in improving machine learning applications through better data labeling techniques, indicating that this approach has potential.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, United States
- Northwestern University at Chicago — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Cooper, Lee — Northwestern University at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Cooper, Lee
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.