Understanding and improving treatment for COPD through data analysis
COPD(GENE): TASK B: "STEWARDSHIP OF BIOSPECIMEN AND DATA REPOSITORIES"
This study is looking at how chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) affects different people in unique ways, using advanced technology to find clues that could help doctors predict how the disease will progress and create personalized treatment plans just for you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | National Jewish Health NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Denver, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11144230 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) by analyzing various biological and clinical data to better understand the disease's progression. It aims to categorize COPD patients into meaningful subgroups based on their physiological and imaging characteristics, such as airflow obstruction and emphysema. By utilizing advanced techniques like machine learning and genetic analysis, the study seeks to identify biomarkers and genetic factors that influence COPD progression. This comprehensive approach will help in predicting disease outcomes and tailoring treatments for individual patients.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with COPD, particularly smokers or those with a history of smoking.
Not a fit: Patients with COPD who are not smokers or have not been diagnosed with the disease may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate diagnoses and personalized treatment plans for COPD patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using similar approaches to understand and treat COPD, indicating that this methodology is both relevant and potentially impactful.
Where this research is happening
Denver, United States
- National Jewish Health — Denver, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Crapo, James D — National Jewish Health
- Study coordinator: Crapo, James D
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.