UMCG Cohort and Biobank Coordination Hub on LinkedIn: #healthri #trustingforward #healthdata #datainfrastructure #research #data (2024)

A recent study conducted with Prof. dr. Rozemarijn Vliegenthart, involving 10,431 participants from the Imaging in Lifelines_NL (ImaLife) study, has revealed that lung nodules, often early indicators of lung cancer, are more common in non-smoking adults over 45 than previously thought. This challenges existing assumptions that non-smokers are low-risk for such findings.The study found that 42% of participants had at least one lung nodule. These results closely mirror those found in high-risk smokers, suggesting that lung nodule management guidelines may need to be reassessed for non-smokers.Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/em9ZmmCR#LungHealth #MedicalResearch #ImaLine #Lifelines

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Applications for the Data Steward vacancy are open until August 24th.For more information, visit: https://lnkd.in/eq2h9uVn#DataSteward #Vacancy #JobOpening #UMCG

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A recent study by health scientist Aranka Vivienne Ballering, using data from diverse #cohorts such as the Family Medicine Network (FaMe-Net), the Lifelines_NL database and the long-term TRAILS study by Rijksuniversiteit Groningen / UMCG, highlights a significant discrepancy in the medical diagnostics provided to men and women. Ballering's studies reveal that women are less likely to receive diagnostic tests for common complaints compared to men, resulting in more symptom-based diagnoses rather than specific diseases. Despite visiting general practitioners (GPs) more frequently, women undergo fewer physical examinations and diagnostic imaging tests than men. Ballering emphasizes that these findings do not imply discrimination by GPs but highlight potential biases in clinical practices. Addressing these disparities requires a nuanced understanding of gender in medical diagnostics and proactive efforts to include women in medical research. Read the full article (in Dutch) here: https://lnkd.in/eAk_KyT2#MedicalResearch #Healthcare #Lifelines #TRAILS #FaMeNet

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Lifelines_NL is organizing a Community Event on October 10th at the House of Connections, Groningen. This event, held in collaboration with the Aletta Jacobs School of Public Health, is for and by researchers. The goals are community building, strengthening networks, and fostering connections among researchers—essentially, 'building bridges'. Esteemed researchers will present their latest findings during breakout sessions, promoting insightful discussions. Attendance is free of charge, and registration is still open. Sign up via https://lnkd.in/eFtJMXgQ#LifelinesEvent #BuildingBridges #ResearchCommunity #AlettaJacobsSchool #CommunityBuilding

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The subsidy application for the Datawerkplaats Mentale Gezondheid (Data Workspace Mental Health) has been approved by the Province of Drenthe. 📊The Datawerkplaats collects and analyzes data to enhance insights into mental health. This assists policymakers and healthcare professionals in making informed decisions and implementing effective preventive measures.With this new funding, the Datawerkplaats can further expand and foster increased collaboration to improve the mental well-being of all residents in Drenthe.Read the full article (Dutch): https://lnkd.in/d9BwAMmF #MentalHealth #DataAnalysis #CBCH #Drenthe #DataWerkplaats #Healthcare

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Spondyloartritiscentrum GLAS has just released its latest findings on the long-term effects of TNF-α inhibition in patients with radiographic axial spondyloarthritis (r-axSpA). This prospective #cohort study, which includes standardized bi-annual measurements of bone mineral density (BMD) and spinal radiographs, offers valuable insights into the impacts of #TNFi treatment over an 8-year period.Key Findings:- Significant improvement in lumbar spine BMD Z-score, particularly within the first 4 years of TNFi treatment.- Despite these improvements, 16% of patients developed new vertebral fractures, highlighting the ongoing risk and the need for continuous clinical vigilance.This study underscores the importance of long-term management and monitoring in r-axSpA care. Special thanks to the dedicated team: Mark Siderius, Freke Wink, Stan Kieskamp, Fiona Maas, Reinhard Bos, Frank G.M. Kroese, Anneke Spoorenberg, and Suzanne Boezerooij-Arends.For more details, read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/etER5Ri5#GLAS #CohortResearch #UMCG #AxialSpondyloarthritis #Rheumatology #BoneHealth #TNFαInhibition #LongTermCare #HealthcareInnovation #ClinicalResearch

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We are looking for a data steward to join our team in the area of metadata, data standardisation and data harmonisation at the interface of research and care. The Cohort and Biobank Coordination Hub is a central network organisation focusing on support, quality improvement and visibility of the approximately 200 UMCG cohorts and biobanks. In this way, we contribute to the conditions for excellent research and encourage use and new collaborations.For more information, visit: https://lnkd.in/eq2h9uVn#DataSteward #Vacancy #JobOpening #UMCG

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This afternoon, we met with our UMCG cohort community on the theme of 'Patient Communication.' Our new template for the visualization of the participant information letter, a future animation video about #cohorts, #biobanks and #databanks, and the results of Lianne Hovius' thesis on our UMCG communication about the 'opt-out system' were discussed. It was another enjoyable and valuable session!#CohortCommunity #PatientCommunication #HealthcareInnovation #ParticipantInformation Thanks for participating Ellen Visser, Dennis Raven, Cleo van Diemen, Nynke Schouwenaars, Wendy Dijksma, Maximilian W., Marshellon Martinus, Jip Jonker, Lotte de Hosson, Leonie Krops, Janny Nagel, Soesma Jankipersadsing, Linda Hofkamp - van Velzen

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