Automated Database Linking and Interface System for Aiding Epidemiologic Studies and Preventing Disease

The goal of this Phase I proposal is to develop a versatile, robust, and easy-to-use Data EXtraction and Interpretation System (DEXIS) for epidemiological studies and disease prevention. The modular system will enable automated linking of remote disparate databases to access data in real-time with minimal human intervention. The DITSCAP/DIACAP accreditable system will contain modules for database linking, application interfacing, user interface management, and overall system control. A module for automated data interpretation can be added. DEXIS will be a powerful tool for research and an important aid in the development of measures for cancer prevention. The user-friendly technology will be scalable with the complexity of the databases as well as adaptive in handling missing and erroneous data. Hence, DEXIS will enhance the speed and depth of research accross multiple databases of interest to OSD. The resulting system will be easily adapted to be applied to a variety of other military and civilian applications.