Testing a tool to prevent child maltreatment using data science.
Official title: Research Project 2
Funded at New York University School of Medicine · NIH-10920441 · Data updated 2026-11-12
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
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | September 5, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $372,900 |
| NIH project number | 5P50HD112027-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10920441 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include children and adolescents at risk of maltreatment, particularly those aged 0-21.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not at risk of maltreatment or who are outside the age range of 0-21 may not benefit from this research.
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.
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 gone: 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
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New York University School of Medicine
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Acri, Mary C — New York University School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Acri, Mary C
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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.