Detecting and managing COVID-19 in dialysis facilities using various data sources
Early detection, containment, and management of COVID-19 in dialysis facilities using multi-modal data sources
This study is looking at ways to keep dialysis patients safe from COVID-19 by understanding how the virus spreads in clinics and finding cases early, so we can help protect you and others during the pandemic.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Santa Barbara NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Santa Barbara, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10554348 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving the safety of dialysis patients during the COVID-19 pandemic by analyzing a wide range of data sources. It aims to identify how COVID-19 spreads in dialysis clinics and to detect potential cases before symptoms appear. By utilizing demographic, clinical, and laboratory data, along with advanced mathematical models, the project seeks to develop effective strategies for containment and management of COVID-19 among dialysis patients. The goal is to enhance patient safety and reduce the risk of severe complications from the virus.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are dialysis patients, particularly those who are older or have multiple comorbidities.
Not a fit: Patients who are not undergoing dialysis or those without risk factors for severe COVID-19 complications may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce COVID-19 transmission and improve health outcomes for dialysis patients.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in using data-driven approaches to manage infectious diseases in healthcare settings, indicating potential success for this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Santa Barbara, United States
- University of California Santa Barbara — Santa Barbara, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wang, Yuedong — University of California Santa Barbara
- Study coordinator: Wang, Yuedong
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.