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Teiichiro Shiino, PhD.

Knowledge and exploration of data science are essential for the scientific conduct of clinical research. The department of Data Science conducts research in biostatistics, big data management, mathematical analysis, and clinical information registries, and provides education and training in the practical application of such knowledge and skills to improve the quality of clinical research conducted not only at the NIH but also in collaboration with other institutions. We also seek to improve the quality of an investigator-initiated clinical research. We also support researchers by consulting with other researchers on biostatistics, big data, and registry use.

1. We approach clinical questions using clinical epidemiology and data-integrated research. We examine not only diagnosis, treatment, and quality of medical care, but also from social medicine perspectives, such as health economics.
2. We study clinical trial methods and effective systems to support clinical research.
3. We conduct epidemiological surveys and surveillance of lifestyle diseases and infectious diseases in domestic and overseas regions and medical institutions.
4. We are conducting social epidemiological research on social disparities and mental health, and genomic epidemiological research on lifestyle-related diseases and depression.
5. We are working on the "Clinical Innovation Network (CIN) Initiative" of the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (MHLW), which aims to promote the development of Japanese original drugs and medical devices by establishing an efficient clinical trial, post-marketing surveillance and clinical research system using the clinical registry. In line with the CIN initiative, we are developing various projects to support the establishment and use of the registry.