Validation and analysis of biological samples related to chronic diseases
Official title: Sister Study TASK ORDER 02: CHRONIC DISEASE VALIDATION & ANALYSES IN THE SISTER STUDY
Funded at Social and Scientific Systems, INC. · NIH-10489659 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking for patients to help us learn more about chronic diseases by sharing their medical information and samples, so we can better understand these conditions and improve care for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Social and Scientific Systems, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Silver Spring, United States) |
| Project start | September 26, 2018 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2021 |
| Award (this year) | $1,829,535 |
| NIH project number | 273201800005I-P00005-27300002-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10489659 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include individuals with chronic diseases who are willing to provide biological samples and medical history.
✕Less likely to help
Patients without chronic diseases or those unwilling to provide biological samples may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on validating and analyzing data and biological samples to better understand chronic diseases. It involves handling human biological samples, acquiring medical records, and verifying pathological details to complement questionnaire data. The study aims to ensure the quality and integrity of the data collected, facilitating collaborative studies and statistical analysis. Patients may contribute to this research by providing samples and medical information that can help improve chronic disease understanding.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and management of chronic diseases, benefiting patients through better-targeted treatments.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research in chronic disease validation and analysis has shown success in improving patient outcomes and understanding disease mechanisms.
Where this research is happening
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Social and Scientific Systems, INC.
Silver Spring, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sandler, Dale — Social and Scientific Systems, INC.
- Study coordinator: Sandler, Dale
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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.