Using data science to improve medical imaging and care in sub-Saharan Africa
Official title: MUST Data Science Research Hub (MUDSReH)
Funded at Mbarara University/science/ Technology · NIH-10891694 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about using smart technology to help doctors in sub-Saharan Africa get better at analyzing medical images, so they can provide better care for patients, while also training healthcare workers in these new tools.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Mbarara University/science/ Technology NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Mbarara, Uganda) |
| Project start | September 15, 2021 |
| Project end | June 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $1,249,910 |
| NIH project number | 5U54TW012043-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-10891694 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals in sub-Saharan Africa who require medical imaging for conditions like cervical cancer.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside of sub-Saharan Africa or those not requiring medical imaging for their conditions may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing healthcare delivery in sub-Saharan Africa by leveraging data science and medical imaging technologies. It aims to improve the capture and analysis of medical images through advanced methods like machine learning and artificial intelligence. The project will also provide formal training in data science and implementation science to healthcare professionals, fostering collaborations across multiple institutions. By integrating these technologies, the research seeks to translate data insights into better clinical outcomes for patients.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnosis and treatment of diseases, particularly cervical cancer, through enhanced medical imaging techniques.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success in using data science and AI for medical imaging, indicating a promising approach for improving clinical care.
Where this research is happening
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Mbarara University/science/ Technology
Mbarara, Uganda Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kaggwa, Fred — Mbarara University/science/ Technology
- Study coordinator: Kaggwa, Fred
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.