Training health professionals in data science to improve health interventions in Uganda
Official title: Makerere University Data Science Research Training to Strengthen Evidence-Based Health Innovation, Intervention and Policy (MakDARTA)
Funded at Makerere University College of Health Sciences · NIH-10889231 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is creating a training program for health professionals at Makerere University to help them learn data science skills, so they can improve health care and make better health policies in Uganda.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Makerere University College of Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Kampala, Uganda) |
| Project start | September 22, 2021 |
| Project end | July 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $350,001 |
| NIH project number | 5U2RTW012116-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-10889231 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are health professionals in Uganda seeking advanced training in data science and its application in health.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not health professionals or those outside of Uganda may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to develop a comprehensive Data Science Research Training program at Makerere University in partnership with Johns Hopkins University. It focuses on training health professionals in data science to enhance their skills in evidence-based health innovation and policy-making. The program will offer graduate degrees and postdoctoral training, equipping participants with the necessary tools to conduct impactful research in health. By fostering mentorship and collaboration, the initiative seeks to build a strong foundation for data-driven health solutions in Uganda.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve health outcomes in Uganda by equipping professionals with data science skills to inform health interventions and policies.
How similar studies have gone: Similar training programs in data science have shown success in enhancing health research capabilities in various regions, indicating a promising approach for Uganda.
Where this research is happening
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Makerere University College of Health Sciences
Kampala, Uganda Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kateete, David Patrick — Makerere University College of Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Kateete, David Patrick
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.