Introduction to R for Health Researchers

This e-learning is designed to equip clinical health researchers, public health professionals, bioinformaticians, and final-year bachelor’s and postgraduate students in health-related fields with essential data analysis skills. This course provides a comprehensive introduction to R programming, focusing on practical applications in health research. Participants will learn to handle, analyse, and visualise data, enhancing their capacity to make evidence-based decisions in research and public health interventions. Whether you’re new to coding or seeking to expand your analytical toolkit, this course offers a solid foundation for leveraging R in health sciences.

This programme is part of the R for Fun Club, a vibrant Community of Practice (CoP) hosted on the Afredac Ubuntu Platform. The club is dedicated to fostering peer-to-peer learning and collaboration among health researchers and data enthusiasts. Facilitated by experienced professionals, the CoP offers ongoing support, discussions, and hands-on sessions to enhance participants’ R programming skills. Through this community, members can engage with like-minded individuals, share resources, and stay updated on the latest trends and tools in health data analysis.

Facilitators:

1. Duncan Gathungu
2. Aashna Uppal
3. Kwaku Duah
4. Frank M. Kagoro

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