Training program for advanced analytics in social sciences
Computational Social Science Training Program
['FUNDING_TRAINING'] · UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA BERKELEY · NIH-11093872
This program at UC Berkeley helps students learn how to use data and social science to understand and solve health problems, so they can make a real difference in people's lives.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_TRAINING'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA BERKELEY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (BERKELEY, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11093872 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
The Computational Social Science Training Program at UC Berkeley trains predoctoral students in advanced analytics to explore health-related topics. This program combines expertise in social and behavioral sciences with data science education, providing a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes team-based problem solving and the analysis of large datasets. Trainees receive mentorship from both social science and data science faculty, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience. The program aims to equip students with the skills necessary to tackle complex health issues using innovative statistical methods.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are predoctoral students in social and behavioral sciences interested in health topics.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pursuing a doctoral degree in social sciences or who are not interested in health-related research may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance the quality of health-related social science research, leading to better-informed health policies and interventions.
How similar studies have performed: Similar training programs have successfully enhanced research capabilities in social sciences, indicating a strong potential for this approach.
Where this research is happening
BERKELEY, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA BERKELEY — BERKELEY, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: HARDING, DAVID JAMES — UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA BERKELEY
- Study coordinator: HARDING, DAVID JAMES
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.