Improving women's health through data science and technology training.
Official title: Research Training in Women's Health and Intersectionality Using Data Science and Health Information Technology (WISDOM)
Funded at Emory University · NIH-10861748 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping women get better healthcare by training nurses to use data and technology, so they can understand and address the different challenges women face based on their backgrounds and circumstances.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emory University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $389,593 |
| NIH project number | 5T32NR020778-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10861748 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are women from diverse backgrounds who may experience health disparities due to social determinants.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as women or those who do not face intersectional health disparities may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing women's health by training nurse scientists in data science and health information technology. It addresses the unique health needs of women by considering various social factors such as race, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status that can affect health outcomes. By equipping nurses with advanced skills in data analysis and technology, the program aims to reduce health disparities among disadvantaged groups of women. The approach includes collaborative efforts among researchers, healthcare providers, and policymakers to create effective strategies for improving women's health.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for women by addressing health disparities through informed and targeted interventions.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success in using data science and technology to address health disparities, indicating that this approach has potential for meaningful impact.
Where this research is happening
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Emory University
Atlanta, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bruner, Deborah Watkins — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Bruner, Deborah Watkins
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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.