Testing a tool to prevent child maltreatment using data science.

Research Project 2

['FUNDING_OTHER'] · NEW YORK UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE · NIH-10920441

This study is working on a helpful tool to prevent child abuse by finding out what puts kids at risk and figuring out the best ways to help them, so families can have better outcomes and feel safer.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_OTHER']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorNEW YORK UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE (nih funded)
Locations1 site (NEW YORK, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-10920441 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This research focuses on developing and testing a decision support tool aimed at preventing child maltreatment among children and adolescents. By utilizing predictive and causal data science, the project seeks to identify risk factors and implement effective interventions on a larger scale. The research will involve field testing to ensure the tool's effectiveness and safety in real-world settings, ultimately aiming to reduce the incidence of child abuse and improve outcomes for affected families.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include children and adolescents at risk of maltreatment, particularly those aged 0-21.

Not a fit: Patients who are not at risk of maltreatment or who are outside the age range of 0-21 may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the risk of child maltreatment and improve the well-being of children and families.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using data science approaches for similar interventions, indicating potential for success in this novel application.

Where this research is happening

NEW YORK, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.

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