Improving data management and analysis for cancer research in East Africa
Data Management and Biostatistical Analysis Core
This study is all about helping researchers in East Africa improve how they collect and analyze data for studies on HIV-related cancers, so they can get more accurate results and better support their communities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Francisco NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10866364 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing data management and biostatistical analysis to support clinical and epidemiologic research, particularly in resource-limited settings like East Africa. It aims to address common deficiencies in data collection and analysis that can lead to inaccurate results, which are often overlooked by researchers. By providing a shared resource core, the project will offer expertise and technology to improve the quality of data management and analysis for studies related to HIV-associated malignancies. This initiative seeks to empower local researchers with the necessary tools and training to ensure high-quality research outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals involved in or affected by HIV-associated cancers in East Africa.
Not a fit: Patients not affected by HIV-associated malignancies or those outside the East African region may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate and reliable data in cancer studies, ultimately improving patient care and treatment outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives have shown success in improving data management and analysis in similar contexts, indicating the potential effectiveness of this approach.
Where this research is happening
San Francisco, United States
- University of California, San Francisco — San Francisco, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kiragga, Agnes Najjuko — University of California, San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Kiragga, Agnes Najjuko
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.