Two projects needing experienced students! Contact Chris Gill with questions
Project 1: Looking for evidence of systematic bias among published meta-analyses of efficacy studies.
One of the chief threats to the validity of meta-analyses is publication bias, which is often demonstrated within a given meta-analysis by use of funnel plots or related statistical approaches. In this project, we aim to take this process one step higher and to conduct a meta-analysis of published meta-analyses to determine if there is evidence of publication bias within the meta-analysis literature at large. For this project, we are seeking ideally two highly motivated students who have strong skills in epidemiology/biostatistics in general and meta-analysis in particular. The project is expected to last at least six months, so students must be able to make an extended commitment to the project. Additionally, consideration will be given to students that are self motivated and creative. Please include a cover letter documenting your interest, skills, and relevant background and a current CV.
If interested, please contact Dr. Christopher Gill at cgill@bu.edu
Project 2: M health and EDC working group
For the past year, the electronic data capture (EDC) project has been working on setting up field robust systems for collection of clinical trials data in remote settings using wireless enabled hand held devices. Currently, we have a working system and are about to embark on our first field trial using this system. For the upcoming year, we would like to expand the working group to include one or two additional team members to help develop activities related not just to EDC but also to developing M-health interventions, including potentially a collaboration with Save the Children in Ethiopia. The group meetings for one hour each week, and we are looking for potential members who are willing to commit to this group for at least 12 months and dedicate time to project related activities. Applicants should have solid skills in epi and biostats and be familiar with mobile technologies. In addition, priority will be given to students who can program in Linux and/or XML. Please include a cover letter documenting your interest, skills, and relevant background and a current CV.
If interested, please contact Dr. Christopher Gill at cgill@bu.edu
