Support for clinical trial design and data management
Official title: Research Design, Compliance, and Data Management (RDCD)
Funded at University of Louisville · NIH-10983876 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping researchers who are working on cancer treatments by making it easier for them to use health records and analyze their data, so they can improve the quality of their studies and ultimately help patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Louisville NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Louisville, United States) |
| Project start | July 10, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $252,707 |
| NIH project number | 1P20GM155899-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10983876 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals involved in or affected by ongoing clinical trials at the University of Louisville.
✕Less likely to help
Patients not participating in clinical trials or those outside the geographic area of Louisville may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on providing essential support to investigators conducting clinical trials by offering statistical assistance for experimental design and data analysis. It aims to improve access to Electronic Health Records (EHR) databases, facilitating the conduct of cancer and translational research. The team, led by Dr. Maiying Kong, collaborates closely with various experts to ensure compliance with federal regulations and enhance the quality of clinical research. By creating robust research databases and providing guidance on risk management, this initiative seeks to streamline the research process for better patient outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of clinical trials, leading to improved treatment options for patients.
How similar studies have gone: Similar research initiatives have shown success in improving clinical trial processes and patient outcomes, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of Louisville
Louisville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kong, Maiying — University of Louisville
- Study coordinator: Kong, Maiying
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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.