Training program for students in data science and health research
Stanford BSSR Pre-Doctoral Training Program at the Intersection of Data Sciences with Behavioral, Social, and Population Health Research
This program is designed for pre-doctoral students who want to learn how to use data science to tackle important health issues by working with experts in fields like psychology and sociology, so they can help improve health outcomes for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Stanford University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Stanford, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10906742 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program offers pre-doctoral students specialized training that combines data science with behavioral, social, and population health research. Students will engage in a collaborative environment across multiple disciplines, learning from experts in health psychology, sociology, epidemiology, and data analytics. The training includes working with various types of data, such as electronic health records and social media data, to address complex health issues. This program aims to equip students with the skills needed to conduct innovative research that can improve health outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are pre-doctoral students interested in the intersection of data science and health research.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pursuing a pre-doctoral education or are not involved in research may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this training program could lead to the development of new research methodologies that enhance understanding of health behaviors and improve population health.
How similar studies have performed: Similar interdisciplinary training programs have shown success in enhancing research capabilities and improving health outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Stanford, United States
- Stanford University — Stanford, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Nelson, Lorene M — Stanford University
- Study coordinator: Nelson, Lorene M
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.