Training data scientists to improve health equity
SC Biomedical Informatics & Data Science For Health Equity Research Training (SC BIDS4HEALTH)
This study is all about training people to use data and technology to help improve healthcare access and quality for communities in South Carolina, especially for those facing health challenges in rural areas.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Medical University of South Carolina NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Charleston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10863815 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The SC BIDS4HEALTH program focuses on training informaticists and data scientists to tackle health disparities in South Carolina. By engaging with local communities and utilizing telehealth services, the program aims to enhance access to healthcare through improved health information exchange and interoperability. The curriculum is designed to address chronic illnesses that contribute to health disparities, using a patient-centric approach to improve healthcare quality, especially in rural areas. Participants will learn to apply data science and informatics tools to develop innovative solutions for health equity.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals from communities experiencing significant health disparities, particularly those with chronic illnesses.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have chronic illnesses or who are not part of communities facing health disparities may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare access and quality for underserved populations, ultimately reducing health disparities.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using informatics and data science to address health disparities, making this approach both relevant and promising.
Where this research is happening
Charleston, United States
- Medical University of South Carolina — Charleston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Alekseyenko, Alexander V — Medical University of South Carolina
- Study coordinator: Alekseyenko, Alexander V
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.