Metadata Commons

A large number of biological samples have been collected from research participants and are stored in freezers. In addition, huge volume of omics datasets exist. However, currently there is no place where all these resources are listed thus the research community is not aware of the existence of most of these samples and data. To solve this challenge, as a funding agency focused on applying genomics to pressing societal and economic challenges, Genome British Columbia initiated the Metadata Commons platform to foster a collaborative culture and provide more equitable and integrated information to the research community worldwide. This platform will contain information about both biological samples and omics datasets. This project will focus on improving the platform and engaging the larger user community. The Metadata Commons holds promise for stretching the research funds further, leading to new findings by reusing data beyond its initial purpose, and ultimately improving patient care.

Faculty Supervisor:

Raymond Ng

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Partner:

Genome British Columbia

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Other services (except public administration); Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

The University of British Columbia

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