Workshops to enhance biomedical data science collaboration
Biomedical Data Science Innovation Labs: An Intensive Research Project Development Program
This program is for early-career researchers in biomedical and data science, helping them come up with creative project ideas through fun online and in-person workshops, while also connecting them with experienced mentors and fellow scientists.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Virginia NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Charlottesville, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10919836 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program offers immersive online and in-person workshops designed to help early-career biomedical and quantitative researchers develop innovative project proposals in biomedical science. Each year, a specific biomedical topic is chosen to benefit from new data science perspectives, with professional facilitators and senior scientist mentors guiding participants through the collaborative process. The workshops aim to foster community building and strengthen connections among researchers, ultimately leading to the formation of new research teams and projects.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are early-career biomedical and quantitative investigators, such as post-docs and assistant professors.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in biomedical or quantitative research may not receive direct benefits from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance the collaboration and innovation in biomedical research, leading to improved health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Similar workshops and collaborative programs have shown success in fostering innovation and collaboration in biomedical research.
Where this research is happening
Charlottesville, United States
- University of Virginia — Charlottesville, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Van Horn, John Darrell — University of Virginia
- Study coordinator: Van Horn, John Darrell
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.