DiscoverMazungumzo - African Scholarly ConversationsSN 2 EP 9: Data Stewardship, AI, and the Future of Health Research in Kenya with KEMRI's James Ngumo Kariuki
SN 2 EP 9: Data Stewardship, AI, and the Future of Health Research in Kenya with KEMRI's James Ngumo Kariuki

SN 2 EP 9: Data Stewardship, AI, and the Future of Health Research in Kenya with KEMRI's James Ngumo Kariuki

Update: 2024-06-14
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In this podcast episode, James Ngumo Kariuki, a senior research scientist at the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), shares his perspectives on the critical role of data stewardship, artificial intelligence (AI), and technology in shaping the future of health research in Kenya. Mr. Ngumo emphasizes the need for evidence-informed policies, county-specific solutions for universal health care, and the crucial role of knowledge brokers.


He also highlights the importance of data protection, sovereignty, and responsible data stewardship while harnessing AI and technological advancements to revolutionize public health interventions in Kenya.




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SN 2 EP 9: Data Stewardship, AI, and the Future of Health Research in Kenya with KEMRI's James Ngumo Kariuki

SN 2 EP 9: Data Stewardship, AI, and the Future of Health Research in Kenya with KEMRI's James Ngumo Kariuki

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