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Data Standards
What are data standards?
Data standards are agreed-upon formats, definitions, and structures for collecting, organizing, storing, and sharing data. In research, data standards ensure that information whether from preclinical studies, clinical trials, or patient information is consistent, interpretable, and usable across different research teams, institutions, and systems.
Why are data standards important?
Standardizing data is essential for improving the quality, reproducibility, and interoperability of research. Without shared standards, valuable data can become fragmented, hard to compare, or even unusable. By developing and promoting data standards, we help accelerate scientific discovery, support regulatory alignment, and make research more collaborative and efficient.
Ongoing Work
Scoping Review of Preclinical and Clinical Data Standards in Cardiovascular Research
We are currently conducting a scoping review of preclinical and clinical data standards in cardiovascular research. This review aims to identify existing standards, gaps, and opportunities for harmonization across datasets and research domains. It will support the development of a shared framework that reflects the real-world needs of researchers and clinicians working in cardiovascular science.
Interested in standardizing data?
If you or your organization are interested in developing or aligning with data standards in research, we’d love to hear from you. Please reach out to us at [email protected].
