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Programmatic Research
Since 2002, Dimagi’s open-source mobile technologies have been used to enhance efficiency, visibility, and scalability in programmatic research for field-based studies.
Universities and organizations conducting international programmatic research in the field face unique challenges with data collection, monitoring, and program implementation. Research teams have to address the coordination and integration of multiple paper-based tools, field deployment organizations, training of local staff, and a variety of country-specific logistical considerations. The team is often only on-site for a short amount of time and then may need to manage long-term initiatives remotely.
Fortunately, mobile tools can help. Their forms are easily configurable, allowing for quick, remote adjustments. Their platform approach makes scaling to multiple sites a breeze. Longitudinal data management allows subjects to be tracked over time. Here’s what mobile tools can do for your next research project.
Benefits of Mobile Data Collection for Programmatic Research
Longitudinal case management functionality allows for tracking of specific participants with complex workflows.
Offline capabilities allow the application to be used in even the most rural, underserved schools.
Reliable GPS capture, e-signature, and validation conditions improve data integrity
Data dashboards improve data monitoring and can include project-specific indicators.
Data dashboards improve data monitoring and can include project-specific indicators.
Multi-language functionality allows for easy translation of forms to fit local language customization needs.
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Featured CommCare-Supported Programmatic Research
m-Palliative Care Link | Tanzania
The m-Palliative Care Link (mPCL) project aims to enhance symptom control and information exchange for late-stage cancer patients in Tanzania. Dimagi collaborates with the Maine Medical Center and Ocean Road Cancer Institute to adapt the African Palliative Care Association Palliative Care Outcome Scale (APCA POS) for mobile delivery. The pilot study evaluates the impact of the mPCL system on improving treatment outcomes, with 45 patients using the mobile app as the intervention group and 45 patients in usual care as the control group. mPCL enables registration, symptom tracking, supervisor review, and reminders via SMS.
The INDDEX Project | Burkina Faso, Vietnam
The INDDEX Project, in collaboration with the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy, FAO, IFPRI, and international experts, aims to improve food and nutrient consumption data collection for evidence-based decision-making in agriculture, food, and nutrition policies. INDDEX24 is a mobile dietary assessment platform that uses environment-specific input databases to conduct 24-hour dietary recalls. The platform has been tested in Burkina Faso and Vietnam.
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