My journey into research – spotlight on Dr Helen Hodges
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by Sarah Toomey
2w ago
In this blog post, Dr Helen Hodges, Research Officer and Data Scientist, Environment and Health (ENVHE) Research Centre in Population Data Science at Swansea University and CASCADE Partnership at Cardiff University, shares her inspirational journey into research with us. What did you do before joining the ENVHE/ CASCADE? I returned to academia to do my... The post My journey into research – spotlight on Dr Helen Hodges appeared first on Population Data Science ..read more
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SAIL Databank Annual Report 2023/24 Released
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by Sarah Toomey
3w ago
Now in its eighteenth year of operation, the SAIL Databank has become a world leading Trusted Research Environment (TRE) and secure Data Repository, accredited to the highest industry standards. Recognised as one of the world’s broadest and best-characterised population databanks, SAIL hosts comprehensive data about the Welsh population and is increasingly entrusted to manage data... The post SAIL Databank Annual Report 2023/24 Released appeared first on Population Data Science ..read more
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ESRC funding awarded to transform data collections for child welfare research
Population Data Science at Swansea University Blog
by Sarah Toomey
3w ago
A collaborative team of researchers led by Population Data Science at Swansea University has been awarded funding by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) to investigate the feasibility of a new longitudinal birth cohort study focusing on children at risk of poor outcomes. Millions of children in the UK experience adversity early in life,... The post ESRC funding awarded to transform data collections for child welfare research appeared first on Population Data Science ..read more
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SAIL Databank Featured in Health and Care Research Wales Evidence Centre’s First Annual Report (2023-2024)
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by Sarah Toomey
3w ago
The Health and Care Research Wales Evidence Centre has released its first Annual Report (2023-2024), highlighting the Evidence Centre’s rigorous, timely, and relevant research, which addresses evidence needs for the Welsh Government, the NHS, Social Care Wales, and other key stakeholders. During the first year, the Evidence Centre received 145 questions from stakeholders, and 29... The post SAIL Databank Featured in Health and Care Research Wales Evidence Centre’s First Annual Report (2023-2024) appeared first on Population Data Science ..read more
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Shaping the Future of Population Data Science – IPDLN2024 Conference Highlights
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by Sarah Toomey
3w ago
From September 15th to 19th, 2024, Chicago hosted the 2024 International Population Data Linkage Network (IPDLN) Conference, themed “Adapting to a Changing World.” As Gold Sponsors, the Population Data Science team at Swansea University was proud to support this prestigious event, which gathered leading researchers, innovators, and practitioners from across the globe to exchange cutting-edge... The post Shaping the Future of Population Data Science – IPDLN2024 Conference Highlights appeared first on Population Data Science ..read more
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Sex Differences in ADHD Diagnosis and Clinical Care: A National Study of Population Healthcare Records in Wales
Population Data Science at Swansea University Blog
by Sarah Toomey
3w ago
SAIL blog. Published 03/10/2024 Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) affects millions globally, yet the diagnosis and clinical care often differ significantly between males and females. We spoke to Dr. Joanna Martin, a Senior Research Fellow at Cardiff University, to talk about the study she lead using data from the SAIL Databank to explore these disparities.... The post Sex Differences in ADHD Diagnosis and Clinical Care: A National Study of Population Healthcare Records in Wales appeared first on Population Data Science ..read more
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SeRP and SAIL Databank Drive Global Health Data Innovation through Landmark Partnership between Health Data Research UK and National Research Foundation Singapore
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by Sarah Toomey
1M ago
SeRP (Secure eResearch Platform) and SAIL Databank, based in Population Data Science at Swansea University Medical School, play a pivotal role in the groundbreaking collaboration between Health Data Research UK (HDR UK) and the National Research Foundation Singapore (NRF). The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), signed today, formalises this partnership, marking a significant milestone in leveraging data science... The post SeRP and SAIL Databank Drive Global Health Data Innovation through Landmark Partnership between Health Data Research UK and National Research Foundation Singapore ..read more
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What’s Next for DATAMIND: Shaping the Future of Mental Health Together
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by Sarah Toomey
1M ago
DATAMIND news. Published 25th September 2024 DATAMIND continues to evolve, creating new opportunities to expand our impact on mental health research across the UK. Over the years, we have built a distributed multi-site data hub curating Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, and Reusable (FAIR) datasets that are readily available to researchers, the NHS, policymakers, and industry. Built on innovation,... The post What’s Next for DATAMIND: Shaping the Future of Mental Health Together appeared first on Population Data Science ..read more
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HAPPEN Report Highlights Primary School Health and Wellbeing Trends in Wales
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by Sarah Toomey
1M ago
The recent annual report from HAPPEN Wales, based in Population Data Science at Swansea University, reveals key insights into the health and wellbeing of primary school children in Wales. With over 7,000 responses from more than 600 schools, HAPPEN can better understand physical, emotional, and social health trends while giving children a voice, helping schools... The post HAPPEN Report Highlights Primary School Health and Wellbeing Trends in Wales appeared first on Population Data Science ..read more
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Population Data Science Interns make an impact at successful showcase event 
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by Sarah Toomey
1M ago
Our annual Population Data Science Internship Programme came to a close on Thursday 22nd of August 2024, with a showcase event held in the Data Science Building at Swansea University.  Throughout the summer, a cohort of sixteen students have been working on a variety of research and development projects within our multidisciplinary teams across the... The post Population Data Science Interns make an impact at successful showcase event  appeared first on Population Data Science ..read more
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