nichCOMP

nichCOMP is a computational biology group located at the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH), part of the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH). The group focuses on developing and applying computational approaches to understand complex biological systems, particularly in the context of health and disease. Their research interests span a range of areas, including systems biology, network analysis, and data integration.

The primary goal of nichCOMP is to leverage advanced computational tools and methodologies to uncover novel biological insights that can inform the development of new therapeutic strategies and interventions. They work with diverse biological data types, such as genomics, proteomics, and metabolomics, to build comprehensive models of biological processes. This allows them to investigate how different components of a biological system interact and how these interactions are altered in disease states.

Key areas of research within nichCOMP include exploring the molecular mechanisms underlying conditions studied by NCCIH, such as pain, addiction, and sleep disorders. They are also interested in understanding the effects of lifestyle factors and complementary health approaches on biological pathways. The group's work often involves interdisciplinary collaboration with experimental biologists, clinicians, and other computational scientists. Their contributions aim to bridge the gap between large-scale biological data and meaningful biological understanding.