Methodology Core

方法论核心将支持和便利PIT-MCRC的研究活动，并将 协助开发新的研究活动。方法论核心提供数据管理或 对本提案所包括的所有项目提供分析支持。该核心将为PIT-MCRC提供 和研究基地调查人员，在研究设计、方法、 生物统计学、数据管理以及适当数据和安全所需的信息 为实现他们的研究目标所必需的监测。 方法论核心的具体目标是： 为拟议的项目提供生物统计、数据采集和数据管理支持 PIT-MCRC； 向研究基地提供方法学和生物统计学方面的支持；以及 促进PIT-MCRC调查人员的实习生和教师的发展和教育。

The Methodology Core will support and facilitate the research activities of the PITT-MCRC and will assist in developing new research activities. The Methodology Core provides data management or analytical support to all of the projects included in this proposal. This Core will provide PITT-MCRC and Research Base investigators with expertise and support in study design, methodology, biostatistics, data management, and the information required for appropriate data and safety monitoring necessary for accomplishing their research goals. The Specific Aims of the Methodology Core are: to provide biostatistical, data capture and data management support to the projects proposed for the Pitt-MCRC; to provide methodological and biostatistical support to the Research Base; and to facilitate trainee and faculty development and education among Pitt-MCRC investigators.