Using data science to improve health for young people in East Africa
Official title: UZIMA-DS: UtiliZing health Information for Meaningful impact in East Africa through Data Science
Funded at Aga Khan University (Kenya) · NIH-10890633 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about using smart technology to help improve the health of young people in Africa, especially mothers and children, by predicting health trends and spotting problems early on.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Aga Khan University (Kenya) NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Nairobi, Kenya) |
| Project start | September 15, 2021 |
| Project end | June 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $1,299,926 |
| NIH project number | 5U54TW012089-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-10890633 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include young individuals aged 0-21 living in East Africa, particularly those at risk for health issues related to maternal, newborn, child, and mental health.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside the age range of 0-21 or those not residing in East Africa may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the health and well-being of young Africans by utilizing advanced data science techniques. It aims to create a platform that leverages large volumes of health data to identify and predict health trajectories, particularly in maternal, newborn, child, and mental health. By employing artificial intelligence and machine learning, the project seeks to develop early warning systems that can address critical health issues in communities. The initiative also emphasizes the importance of harmonizing various data sources to ensure meaningful analysis and application.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant improvements in health outcomes for young people in East Africa.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success in using data science and AI to improve health outcomes, indicating that this approach has potential for impactful results.
Where this research is happening
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Aga Khan University (Kenya)
Nairobi, Kenya Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ali, Amina Abubakar — Aga Khan University (Kenya)
- Study coordinator: Ali, Amina Abubakar
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.