Paul Gignac, an associate professor at the University of Arizona’s College of Medicine, is working towards making computed tomography (CT) scans more accessible for collaborative research. CT scans are commonly used in the medical field but have also found applications in various scientific disciplines. Researchers are making efforts to make data from CT scans more accessible to foster collaboration among scientists.
The University of Arizona is a part of the Non-Clinical Tomography Users Research Network (NoCTURN), a partnership aimed at sharing information and fostering collaboration among researchers. Through this network, scientists can explain their research methods and data sets, allowing others to replicate their work and confirm the accuracy of their observations.
Funding for NoCTURN is provided by the National Science Foundation. Gignac envisions a future where science is more accessible, eliminating the need for specialized networks like NoCTURN. With the support of organizations like the National Science Foundation, researchers like Paul Gignac are working towards making scientific research more transparent, collaborative, and accessible to all.