Training scientists to advance Alzheimer's disease research using data science.
The Alzheimer's Disease Translational Data Science Training Program
This program at Case Western Reserve University is helping future scientists learn how to study Alzheimer's disease by training them in research and data analysis, so they can find better ways to understand and treat the condition.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Case Western Reserve University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cleveland, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10922683 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program at Case Western Reserve University aims to train the next generation of scientists in both clinical research and data science specifically focused on Alzheimer's disease. It targets predoctoral PhD and MD PhD students, providing them with mentorship and access to large-scale data from national initiatives. Trainees will learn to analyze complex data sets to better understand the causes and progression of Alzheimer's disease, ultimately contributing to therapeutic discoveries. The program emphasizes responsible research practices and reproducibility in data science.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are predoctoral PhD and MD PhD students interested in Alzheimer's disease and data science.
Not a fit: Patients currently diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease will not directly benefit from this training program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment options for Alzheimer's disease.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives have successfully utilized data science approaches to advance understanding of Alzheimer's disease, indicating a promising direction for this program.
Where this research is happening
Cleveland, United States
- Case Western Reserve University — Cleveland, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bush, William S — Case Western Reserve University
- Study coordinator: Bush, William S
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.