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NCTR computer systems designed for toxicologic experimentation. I. Overview
Journal of Environmental Pathology and Toxicology
|May 1, 1978
Summary
The National Center for Toxicological Research uses advanced data processing to manage extensive animal studies. This system ensures accurate data collection and analysis for toxicological research, improving experiment planning and cost-efficiency.
Area of Science:
- Toxicology and Environmental Health
- Biomedical Informatics
- Laboratory Animal Science
Background:
- The National Center for Toxicological Research (NCTR), established in 1971 by the FDA and EPA, studies long-term, low-dose effects of toxic substances.
- The Scientific Information Systems Division (SISD) supports complex experiments with up to 80,000 animals, requiring meticulous management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce an integrated system for comprehensive experiment planning and implementation.
- To detail the application of state-of-the-art data processing techniques in toxicological research.
Main Methods:
- Implementing a comprehensive system for experiment planning, information gathering, classification, analysis, and reporting.
- Utilizing advanced data processing techniques for managing large-scale animal study data.
- Ensuring strict control over animal care, feeding, watering, and continuous observation.
Main Results:
- Achieved collection, classification, and rapid retrieval of virtually error-free data.
- Enabled cost-sensitive experiment planning through efficient data management.
- Facilitated the tracking of up to 3,000 data elements per animal from birth to examination.
Conclusions:
- Extensive use of computer technology is crucial for effective management of large animal populations in toxicological studies.
- The developed system enhances data integrity and retrieval, leading to more efficient and cost-effective research.
- This approach supports the NCTR's mission in studying the effects of toxic substances.