Training in data science for environmental health professionals
Short Course in Data Science for Environmental Public Health
This study is offering a friendly online course in data science just for people working in environmental public health, helping them learn R programming and apply their new skills to real projects in a fun, hands-on event.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10913613 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to provide a short course in data science specifically designed for environmental public health practitioners. The program includes a two-week online course focusing on R programming, followed by a three-day in-person 'Code-a-thon' where participants will apply their skills to real-world environmental health projects. The course is structured to ensure that learners can gradually build their programming skills through a combination of lectures and hands-on activities. By bridging the education gap in data science, this initiative seeks to empower professionals in the field to leverage big data for significant breakthroughs in environmental health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program include environmental health practitioners and researchers looking to enhance their data science skills.
Not a fit: Individuals not involved in environmental health or those without a background in data science may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance the skills of environmental health professionals, enabling them to utilize data science for improved public health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous educational initiatives in data science have shown success in enhancing skills among professionals in various fields, indicating a positive outlook for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Seattle, United States
- Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hoffman, Ava Marie — Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
- Study coordinator: Hoffman, Ava Marie
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.