Improving the process of gathering and analyzing medical research data

Automating Tabular Data Extraction to Accelerate Evidence Synthesis and Systematic Literature Review

NIH-funded research Nested Knowledge, INC · NIH-11008123

This study is working on a new tool that uses artificial intelligence to make it quicker and cheaper for doctors to find and review important research about medical treatments, so patients can get better and faster information about their options.

Quick facts

Grant typeSbir 1 grant
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionNested Knowledge, INC NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Saint Paul, United States)
Project IDNIH-11008123 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research focuses on developing an automated platform to streamline the process of conducting Systematic Literature Reviews (SLRs), which are essential for evaluating the safety and efficacy of medical treatments. By utilizing artificial intelligence, the project aims to reduce the time and cost associated with SLRs, which currently take an average of 18 months and $141,000 to complete manually. The new platform will facilitate the search, screening, and extraction of relevant data, making it easier for healthcare providers to access up-to-date information for decision-making. Patients can benefit from faster and more accurate assessments of treatment options as a result of this improved methodology.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include patients seeking the latest evidence-based treatments and therapies for their conditions.

Not a fit: Patients who are not actively seeking new treatment options or who are not involved in clinical decision-making may not receive direct benefits from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to quicker access to reliable medical information, ultimately improving patient care and treatment decisions.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that automation and AI can significantly enhance data analysis processes in clinical settings, indicating a promising potential for this approach.

Where this research is happening

Saint Paul, 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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