Using data to improve outcomes for children with brain tumors
Kids First Data Resource Center (KFDRC): Harnessing Data-Driven Opportunities in the Present on behalf of the Future of Common Fund Data Ecosystem (CFDE)
This study is working to improve how we understand and treat brain tumors in kids by bringing together lots of information from different sources, so that families can benefit from better treatment options and outcomes.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Children's Hosp of Philadelphia NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10128800 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating a comprehensive data ecosystem to enhance the understanding and treatment of pediatric brain tumors. By collaborating with various data coordinating centers, the project aims to integrate and analyze large-scale data sets related to childhood cancer. Patients and their families may benefit from improved treatment strategies and outcomes as researchers leverage advanced bioinformatics and computational tools to identify patterns and insights in the data. The team includes experts in pediatric oncology, bioinformatics, and cloud-based data analysis, ensuring a multidisciplinary approach to tackling this critical health issue.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include children diagnosed with brain tumors and their families who are seeking innovative treatment options.
Not a fit: Patients with brain tumors who are not eligible for data-driven treatment approaches or those with other unrelated conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective treatments and better health outcomes for children diagnosed with brain tumors.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives utilizing large-scale data integration in pediatric oncology have shown promising results, indicating the potential for success in this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Philadelphia, United States
- Children's Hosp of Philadelphia — Philadelphia, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Resnick, Adam Cain — Children's Hosp of Philadelphia
- Study coordinator: Resnick, Adam Cain
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.