Methodology Core

方法核心将支持和促进PITT-MCRC的研究活动， 协助开展新的研究活动。方法论核心提供数据管理或 为本提案中的所有项目提供分析支持。此核心将提供PITT-MCRC 和研究基地研究者，在研究设计、方法学、 生物统计学、数据管理以及适当数据和安全性所需的信息 为实现其研究目标所必需的监测。 方法核心的具体目标是： 为拟议的生物统计、数据收集和数据管理项目提供支持， 皮特-MCRC; 为研究基地提供方法和生物统计支持;以及 促进Pitt-MCRC调查人员中的学员和教师发展和教育。

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.