Research Support Units
Data Management
The Data Management Unit supports research at the University of Michigan. We provide expertise in all areas of data management, from study start to completion, meeting best practices and ensuring data integrity.
The Data Management unit works closely with each study team to help develop an efficient method of data collection and management for every project based on needs. We create study specific data collection instruments either as paper or electronic CRFs. Database development is done using web based applications. Throughout the life of the project, we can provide necessary services and expertise to help manage and report data and provide clean data sets as needed. The DM also unit works collaboratively with other MICHR units (Biostatistics and Measurement, Project Management, and Clinical Research Informatics) to provide researchers with the resources needed to effectively to conduct research.
DM Services
- SOPs for data management following GCPs
- Case Report Form (CRF) development and design
- Data modeling and database specifications
- Database implementation on web based applications
- Data entry and cleaning (query generation, integrity checks)
- Reporting (status, accruals, DSMB)
- Extraction of data for statistical purposes
- End user support for database applications
The MICHR Data Management Unit sponsors a DM networking session that meets quarterly. This group provides a point of contact for UM data managers seeking resources and as a forum to share information and coordinate activities that promote data management practices. There is also a CTools site for this group to facilitate sharing of information.
Requesting Services:
Access to data management services is coordinated through the Research Development Core [internal link] or by calling (734) 998-7474.
Contact:
To find out more about the data management networking group or for general information on the Data Management Unit please contact MICHR at (734) 998-7474 or email um-michr@umich.edu
