Research
The Chief Data Innovation Office at AKU carries out research to offer insight on how to utilize constrained resources using analytics from low and middle income countries to foster development through innovative and impactful solutions.
I hear CDIO supports the UZIMA project – in what capacity?
The CDIO team plays a vital role in supporting the data infrastructure needs of the UZIMA project. Operating within a cloud-first, open-source environment, the UZIMA architecture undergoes continuous iteration, incorporating emerging data algorithms, best practices, and standards. The team' s primary responsibility is to ensure that all data required by researchers undergoes processing and cleansing through high-quality data pipelines and is then organised within a data model optimised for analysis. Additionally, the CDIO team provides essential training and support to researchers on accessing cloud resources and utilizing tools effectively. Furthermore, the team ensures compliance with Kenyan Data Protection laws and serves as the primary contact with the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner.
What are the key tenants/ principles for the CDIO?
All research projects supported by the CDIO team embrace a ;cloud-first, open-source' architecture approach, ensuring efficient and scalable solutions. We remain agile, constantly iterating based on emerging open-source algorithms, standards, and methodologies. Our practices are deeply rooted in compliance with data protection laws, prioritizing alignment with the regulatory landscape of our country. Operating within the constraints of low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), we are mindful of budgetary limitations, optimizing our strategies to deliver impactful outcomes cost-effectively. Our commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technologies within these parameters underscores our dedication to advancing research and innovation in AI and data science.
