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1Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, Peking University, Beijing 100191, China.
Zhonghua Liu Xing Bing Xue Za Zhi = Zhonghua Liuxingbingxue Zazhi
|January 24, 2019
Summary
China is developing large population-based cohorts for precision medicine. New standards ensure standardized data processing and security for these crucial resources in disease prevention and personalized treatment.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Biomedical Informatics
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Precision medicine is a key priority in China's scientific development.
- Large population-based cohorts are essential for personalized treatment and disease prevention strategies.
- Standardized cohort construction is fundamental for leveraging these valuable resources.
Purpose of the Study:
- To establish group standards for data processing and security in large population-based cohort studies in China.
- To guide the development and management of national, regional, and special population cohorts.
- To enhance the scientific rigor and international influence of Chinese cohort research.
Main Methods:
- Development of two group standards: 'Technical specification of data processing for large population-based cohort study' (T/CPMA 001-2018) and 'Technical specification of data security for large population-based cohort study' (T/CPMA 002-2018).
- Involvement of experienced researchers from Peking University and other institutions, coordinated by the Chinese Preventive Medicine Association.
- Emphasis on scientific, normative, feasible, and generalizable principles in standard development.
Main Results:
- Proposed key principles and technical specifications for data standardization, cleansing, quality control, and integration.
- Recommended measures for data privacy protection, database security, and stability management.
- Creation of comprehensive guidelines for data management in large cohort studies.
Conclusions:
- The developed standards provide a framework for establishing and managing large population-based cohorts in China.
- Implementation of these standards will improve the quality and comparability of cohort data.
- These initiatives aim to advance scientific research, support public health decision-making, and bolster China's international standing in biomedical research.
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