Research & Innovation
A collaborative space for SSHIA researchers, academics, and innovators to share research findings, discuss methodologies, explore emerging technologies, and identify opportunities for health informatics innovation in South Sudan. Topics include mHealth, artificial intelligence in healthcare, health data analytics, telemedicine, and the development of locally relevant digital health solutions.
How can we publish health informatics research from South Sudan in international journals?
I have conducted a study on DHIS2 data quality in South Sudan and want to publish it internationally. What are the steps and which journals should I target?
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What research methods are most appropriate for health informatics research in South Sudan?
I am designing a health informatics research study in South Sudan. What research methods are most appropriate given the resource constraints and contextual chal...
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2 weeks ago
What are the opportunities for health informatics research collaboration between South Sudan and international institutions?
I am looking for international research collaboration opportunities in health informatics. What partnerships exist and how can South Sudan researchers access th...
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2 weeks ago
How can mHealth applications be developed for the South Sudan context?
I want to develop a mobile health application for community health workers in South Sudan. What are the key design principles and what platforms should I use?
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2 weeks ago
What is the evidence base for digital health interventions in sub-Saharan Africa?
I am writing a literature review on digital health in sub-Saharan Africa. What are the key findings from the evidence base and what gaps exist?
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2 weeks ago
How can we use routine health data from DHIS2 for research in South Sudan?
DHIS2 contains a wealth of routine health data from South Sudan facilities. How can this data be used for research and what are the methodological consideration...
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What is the role of artificial intelligence in improving health outcomes in Africa?
AI is being discussed as a transformative technology for healthcare in Africa. What are the realistic applications of AI for improving health outcomes in resour...
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How can South Sudan build a health informatics research agenda?
South Sudan lacks a coordinated health informatics research agenda. What are the priority research questions and how can SSHIA help coordinate research efforts?
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2 weeks ago
What are the ethical challenges of conducting health research in conflict-affected South Sudan?
Conducting health research in South Sudan presents unique ethical challenges due to the conflict context, displacement, and limited institutional capacity for e...
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How can health informatics innovation be supported in South Sudan?
Innovation in health informatics requires an enabling environment — funding, skills, infrastructure, and policy support. What needs to happen to create this env...
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What is the potential of blockchain technology for health data management in South Sudan?
I have been reading about blockchain technology and its potential applications in healthcare. Could blockchain be used to improve health data management in Sout...
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2 weeks ago
How can South Sudan contribute to global health informatics knowledge?
South Sudan is often seen as a recipient of global health knowledge rather than a contributor. How can South Sudan health informatics professionals contribute t...
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2 weeks ago
What are the key challenges of health informatics research in low-resource settings?
Conducting health informatics research in low-resource settings like South Sudan presents unique challenges. What are the main challenges and how can they be ov...
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How can we use geographic information systems for health research in South Sudan?
I am interested in using GIS for health research in South Sudan. What data sources are available and what research questions can GIS help answer?
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2 weeks ago
What is the role of health informatics in nutrition research in South Sudan?
South Sudan has very high rates of malnutrition, particularly among children under 5. How can health informatics support nutrition research and programming?
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2 weeks ago