Mission

Empowering health, transforming lives, and building resilient communities through innovative data-driven research excellence. Through rigorous epidemiological research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and ethical utilization of big data and data science tools, we aim for global impact. 

Vision 

To be a leading hub of population and epidemiological research excellence, driving transformative discoveries and evidence-based solutions to address the most pressing public health challenges globally, utilizing big data analytics to contribute to the creation of sustainable and resilient communities through data-driven insights and data science innovation.

Values

•  Scientific Excellence: We are committed to upholding the highest standards of scientific rigor and integrity in our research methodologies, analyses, and dissemination of findings, leveraging data science tools to unlock novel insights.

•  Interdisciplinary Collaboration: We embrace collaboration across disciplines, fostering partnerships with researchers, practitioners, and communities to leverage diverse perspectives and expertise in addressing complex health issues, as well as promoting sustainable and resilient livelihoods through data-driven approaches.

• Impactful Research: We strive to conduct research that generates actionable insights and contributes to meaningful improvements in population health outcomes, with a focus on addressing health disparities and promoting health equity, while also advocating for data-driven decision-making to enhance community resilience.

• Innovation and Adaptability: We embrace innovation and continuously seek out new methodologies, technologies, and approaches to advance the field of epidemiology and population health research, as well as to develop sustainable solutions for resilient communities using data science tools.

• Ethical Conduct: We are dedicated to conducting research ethically and responsibly, prioritizing the well-being and rights of research participants and ensuring the equitable distribution of benefits and burdens, while also advocating for the ethical use of data in promoting sustainable livelihoods.

• Community Engagement: We believe in actively engaging with communities and stakeholders throughout the research process, fostering mutual learning, trust, and partnership to ensure the relevance and impact of our work, while also empowering communities to utilize data for resilience-building efforts.

• Education and Training: We are committed to nurturing the next generation of public health leaders and researchers through mentorship, training opportunities, and the dissemination of knowledge, with a focus on equipping them with the skills to leverage data and data science tools for sustainable development and community resilience.