Improving the search for biomedical data related to Alzheimer's and cancer
Data-driven search of Common Fund data sets for better discoverability and novel meta-analysis
This study is creating a helpful tool called DBRetina that will make it easier for researchers to find and connect important data about Alzheimer's disease and different types of cancer, so they can work together to gain better insights into these conditions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R03 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California at Davis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Davis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10577377 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the discoverability of valuable biomedical data sets produced by NIH Common Fund programs. By developing a tool called DBRetina, the project will utilize advanced algorithms to identify and connect related data sets, particularly those associated with Alzheimer's disease and various cancers. This will enable researchers to co-analyze data more effectively, leading to better insights into these conditions. The methodology involves creating similarity networks from gene lists, which will facilitate more comprehensive searches across multiple databases.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or various types of cancer.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to Alzheimer's or cancer may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment options for patients with Alzheimer's disease and cancer.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in using data-driven approaches to enhance biomedical data analysis, indicating a promising direction for this project.
Where this research is happening
Davis, United States
- University of California at Davis — Davis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ahmed, Tamer Ahmed Mansour — University of California at Davis
- Study coordinator: Ahmed, Tamer Ahmed Mansour
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.