The Network-Based Research Unit (NBRU) is a singular unit within MICHR that facilitates health-related network-based research for the University of Michigan. The Unit assists investigators, industry, and patient communities, in linking to and designing studies that utilize large-scale research consortia. Learn more on the NBRU overview page.
What is this service?
Through MICHR, the University of Michigan belongs to four clinical trial networks that provide the national infrastructure for conducting clinical research. These networks facilitate cohort discovery, access to diverse patient populations, the capability of studying rare diseases, access to experts at collaborating institutions, and collaborative multi-site research. MICHR provides personalized support and advice for your research project to identify the network and resources that best suit your needs.
We can help with:
Identifying and leveraging the best network for your research objectives
Cohort discovery and accrual feasibility (for multi-site studies)
Common data model queries
Some tools are better for single U-M EMR queries while others are better for cross-institutional queries (using a common data model)
Finding research and patient collaborators
Designing or refining a research study that utilizes research networks
Come in for a consultation to determine how we can best support your study. If you need help with study design or grant writing, we also work with MICHR’s Research Development Core (RDC) and other MICHR services such as biostatistics.
Who can use this service?
Any researcher at the University of Michigan can use this service.
When should I contact MICHR about this service?
We encourage you to contact MICHR as early in your study or research project as possible.
How much does this service cost?
Pre-award consultation is free of charge to the University of Michigan research community. Once a study is funded and approved, there are network access fees associated with running a multi-site query or study.