Training future scientists in using big data to improve health outcomes for infectious diseases
Big Data Health Science Scholar Program for Infectious Diseases
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA AT COLUMBIA · NIH-10873783
This study is all about helping students learn how to use big data to improve care for people with infectious diseases like HIV/AIDS and COVID-19, so they can become skilled scientists who make a difference in health management.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA AT COLUMBIA (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10873783 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This program focuses on utilizing large sets of health data to enhance patient care, particularly for infectious diseases like HIV/AIDS and COVID-19. It aims to train students in applying advanced techniques from big data science, including machine learning and artificial intelligence, to analyze health information and improve disease management. By engaging students early in their academic careers, the program seeks to foster a new generation of scientists equipped to tackle complex health challenges. Participants will gain hands-on experience with various data sources, including electronic health records and genomic data.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are students and early-career researchers interested in infectious diseases and big data applications in healthcare.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in academic training or do not have an interest in infectious diseases may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and more effective management of infectious diseases for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using big data approaches to improve health outcomes, indicating a promising avenue for this program.
Where this research is happening
COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA AT COLUMBIA — COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: OLATOSI, BANKOLE — UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA AT COLUMBIA
- Study coordinator: OLATOSI, BANKOLE
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.
Conditions: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome Virus, Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome Virus