Training researchers in data science to improve health outcomes
UCSF Data Science Training to Advance Behavioral and Social Science Expertise for Health Research (DaTABASE) Program
This program is all about helping new researchers learn how to use modern data tools to better understand health differences and improve health for everyone, so they can tackle important health challenges more effectively.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Francisco NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10746106 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program focuses on training the next generation of behavioral and social science researchers to utilize advanced data science techniques in health research. By integrating traditional social science expertise with modern computational methods, the program aims to enhance the understanding of health disparities and improve population health. Participants will engage in rigorous interdisciplinary training that covers study designs, statistical analyses, and the integration of diverse data sources, including clinical and digital data. This approach is designed to equip researchers with the skills necessary to address complex health issues effectively.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals interested in health research, particularly those focused on behavioral and social sciences.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in health research or do not have an interest in behavioral and social science may not receive direct benefits from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes by equipping researchers with the tools needed to address health disparities more effectively.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives have successfully integrated data science training into health research, indicating a promising approach to enhancing health outcomes.
Where this research is happening
San Francisco, United States
- University of California, San Francisco — San Francisco, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Brown, William — University of California, San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Brown, William
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.