1. Develop novel analytical approaches to large datasets |
Integration of clinical & multi-omics data
Encourage development & validation of bioinformatic methods
Support multidisciplinary research teams
Support discovery science
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Maximize high-value outputs of complex data initiatives in pulmonary vascular disease
Move quickly from molecular discovery to clinical trials in pulmonary vascular disease
Provide innovative analytical frameworks applicable across biomedical research
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2. Incentivize dataset integration & facilitate data accessibility |
Incorporation of existing data resources (e.g., PHBI, PH Biobank, PHAR, others)
International partnerships to increase power and cross-validation
Harmonization of present & future data creation endeavors
Secure, web-based exposure of data resources
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Assurance of implementation of FAIR principles
Enable more advanced data analytical approaches (e.g., machine learning) in pulmonary vascular disease
Extend impact of pulmonary vascular disease research across all of biomedical research
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3. Organize preclinical studies of new targets and new experimental disease models |
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Streamline consensus prioritization & validation of findings
Prioritize development of novel experimental models of pulmonary vascular disease
Cost savings via economies of scale
Improve data standardization & harmonization
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4. Support acquisition of longitudinal data |
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Identification of integrated pulmonary vascular disease trajectories
Enhanced predictive pulmonary vascular disease modeling
Informed development of precision trials & endpoints
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5. Lay the foundation for a master protocol for pulmonary vascular disease trials |
Define roles for biomarkers/molecular signatures
Incorporation of multiple data types, including patient-centered data
Consideration of adaptive designs & drug withdrawal trials
Definition of consensus measures & common data elements
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Harmonization of robust, clinically meaningful consensus endpoints across studies
Enhance efficiency of trial execution & progression by incorporating molecular with clinical data types
Facilitate impactful trials oriented toward the rarer types of pulmonary vascular disease
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