Additionally, the Center is interested in the moderating effects of comorbid conditions and sociodemographic characteristics on these four outcomes. As such the Center brings together an interdisciplinary group of investigators with active research in these areas, supports monthly visiting scholar presentations, and guides monthly journal clubs and investigator meetings. Additionally, the CRCD provides consultation on measurement and methodological issues relevant to the four areas of emphasis, consultation on statistical methods and research design, consultation and training in data management, and the development of scannable forms for data collection. The CRCD manages a pilot and feasibility program for new investigators and for more senior investigators who are proposing a substantial shift in research emphasis. Direct support to pilot and feasibility investigators is provided, on a competitive basis, in terms of monies, forms design, data management, and statistical analysis.
Oversight is provided by an executive committee and an external advisory committee.
Each computer is loaded with different software configurations. Computer software includes word processing, scannable data collection form creation and data entry, spreadsheets, database, graphics, Internet browser, and statistical formats. The Data Lab has open ports connected to the University's network.