NIDDK Data Repository: A Central Collection of Clinical Trial Data
Author Information
Author(s): Cuticchia A Jamie, Cooley Philip C, Hall R David, Qin Ying
Primary Institution: Duke Institute for Genome Sciences and Policy, Duke University
Conclusion
The Data Repository provides a unique resource for researchers in clinical areas supported by NIDDK, facilitating access to a wide range of datasets and biospecimens.
Supporting Evidence
- The repository contains data from six completed studies as of November 2005.
- It provides a warehouse of data and assists users in acquiring multiple datasets for cross-study analysis.
- The Data Repository staff work with researchers to ensure they understand the datasets and their formats.
Takeaway
The NIDDK Data Repository helps researchers find and use clinical trial data and samples, making it easier to study health issues.
Methodology
The repository catalogs clinical trial data and supports information from NIDDK studies, allowing for the co-location of multiple electronic datasets.
Limitations
The repository does not serve as a Data Coordinating Center and is limited by regulations on the use of clinical data.
Participant Demographics
The data includes information from liver transplant recipients and other clinical studies, but specific demographics are not detailed.
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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