Improving research skills for neuroscientists
Official title: Rigorous Research Principles for Practicing Neuroscientists
Funded at Boston University (Charles River Campus) · NIH-10886833 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping neuroscientists of all experience levels learn better ways to analyze complex brain data through hands-on lessons using real-world examples.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Boston University (Charles River Campus) NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $89,780 |
| NIH project number | 5UE5NS128292-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10886833 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include neuroscientists, psychologists, and clinicians who work with neural data and are looking to enhance their research methodologies.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in neuroscience research or do not work with neural data may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the skills of neuroscientists by developing educational units that teach rigorous research principles necessary for analyzing complex neural data. It aims to provide accessible resources for individuals at all career levels, from undergraduate students to experienced researchers, ensuring they can effectively apply these principles in their work. The approach includes an interdisciplinary case-study method using real-world neuroscience data to facilitate hands-on learning and understanding.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the quality and reliability of neuroscience research, leading to better insights into neurological and neuropsychiatric disorders.
How similar studies have gone: Previous educational initiatives in neuroscience have shown success in improving research methodologies, indicating that this approach has the potential for positive outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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Boston University (Charles River Campus)
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kramer, Mark Alan — Boston University (Charles River Campus)
- Study coordinator: Kramer, Mark Alan
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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.