Making it easier to share laboratory test data for better research access
Official title: Simplifying the transformation of laboratory test data for integration into the ImmPort database
Funded at Cincinnati Childrens Hosp Med Ctr · NIH-11109648 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on a new tool to make it easier for researchers to share and use lab test data from clinical trials, which could help improve treatments and understanding of immune-related health issues for patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R03 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Cincinnati Childrens Hosp Med Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cincinnati, United States) |
| Project start | June 6, 2024 |
| Project end | April 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $80,250 |
| NIH project number | 5R03AI185587-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11109648 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals with food allergies or other immunological conditions who are part of clinical trials.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in clinical trials or do not have immunological conditions may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving the way laboratory test data from clinical trials is shared and reused in biomedical research. It aims to develop an automated tool that transforms this data into a standardized format suitable for the ImmPort database, which is a public resource for immunological and clinical data. By simplifying the data submission process, the project seeks to enhance the accessibility and usability of clinical trial data for researchers, ultimately leading to better study designs and more robust findings. Patients may benefit indirectly as improved data sharing can lead to advancements in treatment and understanding of immunological conditions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more efficient use of clinical trial data, potentially accelerating advancements in treatments for patients with immunological conditions.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success in improving data sharing and integration in biomedical fields, indicating that this approach has potential for positive outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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Cincinnati Childrens Hosp Med Ctr
Cincinnati, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Andorf, Sandra — Cincinnati Childrens Hosp Med Ctr
- Study coordinator: Andorf, Sandra
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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.