Understanding and preventing child maltreatment through data science.
Research Project 1
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · NEW YORK UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE · NIH-10920437
This study is looking into what causes different kinds of child abuse and neglect, and it aims to create helpful tools for professionals to better support kids and families, making sure they get the right help to prevent these issues.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | NEW YORK UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (NEW YORK, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10920437 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on identifying the causes and consequences of various types of child maltreatment, such as physical abuse and neglect. By utilizing advanced data science techniques, the project aims to create decision support tools that help practitioners make informed decisions to prevent maltreatment and improve outcomes for affected children. The research will analyze large datasets to develop predictive models that can guide interventions tailored to the specific needs of children and families. Ultimately, the goal is to enhance the effectiveness of maltreatment prevention strategies.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include children aged 0-11 years who have experienced or are at risk of maltreatment.
Not a fit: Patients who are outside the age range of 0-11 years or who have not experienced maltreatment may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective prevention strategies for child maltreatment, improving the health and well-being of vulnerable children.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in using data science approaches to understand and prevent child maltreatment, indicating that this methodology is promising.
Where this research is happening
NEW YORK, UNITED STATES
- NEW YORK UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE — NEW YORK, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: MA, SISI — NEW YORK UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
- Study coordinator: MA, SISI
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.