Data Management Unit

The Data Management Unit (DMU) provides customized and comprehensive data management services for CCEB investigators whose studies are not subject to FDA compliance, training, or regulatory requirements. The DMU is overseen administratively by BECC staff and faculty directors, with daily operations and personnel managed by a dedicated staff-level Manager. DMU project triage, tracking, contracting, and invoicing as well as DMU administrative support have been integrated into existing BECC functions.

To request DMU services please complete the BECC Collaboration Request Form.

About the DMU


DMU Services

The DMU specializes in:


Contact Information

For more information about the DMU, please contact Amy Praestgaard, Managing Director, at 215-573-4859 or praestga@mail.med.upenn.edu or Shawn Fernandes, DMU Manager, at 215-573-6766 or sfernand@cceb.med.upenn.edu.



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