Predicting and improving outcomes for children injured by firearms
Risk prediction and optimizing outcomes to 1-year after firearm injury among children using emergency services in the US
This study is looking at ways to help prevent gun injuries in kids by using data from emergency services over the past ten years, and it aims to find out which children might be at risk and how to better support them after an injury.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
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| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Oregon Health & Science University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Portland, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10399358 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the prevention of firearm injuries among children by analyzing data from emergency services over a decade. It aims to create risk prediction models using advanced data science techniques to identify children at risk of firearm injuries and their potential outcomes. The study will track children for one year after their injury to understand recidivism and optimize care processes. By employing an interdisciplinary approach, the research seeks to address critical public health challenges related to firearm injuries in children.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include children aged 0 to 17 who have experienced a firearm injury and required emergency medical services.
Not a fit: Patients who have not experienced a firearm injury or are outside the age range of 0 to 17 may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce firearm-related injuries and deaths among children by informing targeted prevention strategies.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using data-driven approaches to improve outcomes in various injury prevention contexts, making this approach promising yet innovative in the specific area of firearm injuries among children.
Where this research is happening
Portland, United States
- Oregon Health & Science University — Portland, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Newgard, Craig D. — Oregon Health & Science University
- Study coordinator: Newgard, Craig D.
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.