The Georgia Centenarian Study (1988-2006) is a study of longevity and survival of the oldest old. An unprecedented number of elders in the coming decades will face the risks of disease, frailty, and dependence. The population at highest risk is the oldest of the old who are increasing at the fastest rate among those who are 65 years and older.

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Data Management & Statistical Analysis

Abstract:

The Data Management and Statistical Analysis Core will provide each component of the Program Project with expertise and comprehensive support in the areas of data management, study design, and statistical analysis. The proposed Program Project is composed of multiple interrelated studies, each collecting large quantities of information. This Core facility will supply the coordinated resources, services and consultation essential for effective collaborative research.

This unit will perform data entry and management activities, including maintenance of data quality, security, and confidentiality, as well as the linkages necessary for the integration of component contributions for collaborative research. It will assist with development of data collection instruments, institute data verification procedures and participate in instrument validation and assessment of inter-observer variability. The Data Management and Statistical Analysis Core will be responsible for creation and maintenance of all data files and timely generation of progress reports. Personnel of the Core will provide biostatistical consultation and support, including assistance with study design, study implementation, planned methods of analysis, and considerations of power and sample size. They will carry out statistical analyses of the data from the various components of the Program Project, including both preliminary and exploratory analyses and multivariate statistical modeling as required. Specific expertise residing within the Core which are particularly germane to centenarian studies include genetic, survival, multivariate and longitudinal analysis. Unit personnel will thus assist Program Project investigators at every stage of research from the initial conception through to the final analysis and presentation results.

Core E Investigators:

Jonathan Arnold, Ph.D.
Core Leader
University of Georgia

Adam Davey, Ph.D.
Co-Core Leader
University of Georgia

Jianliang Dai, Ph.D.
Post-Doctoral Fellow
University of Georgia

Megan Janke, Ph.D.
Research Associate
University of Georgia

Tina Savla, Ph.D.
Research Associate
University of Georgia