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1 - Research Using Linked Data

from Part I - Context for Decision Making

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  02 June 2022

Carolyn Adams
Affiliation:
Macquarie University Law School
Judy Allen
Affiliation:
University of Western Australia, Perth
Felicity Flack
Affiliation:
University of Western Australia, Perth
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Summary

Chapter one sets the context of linked data for research. It describes the ways in which linked data is being used to improve diagnosis, treatment and healthcare delivery and to understand the drivers of health. The advantages of using linked data for research are discussed. The chapter surveys the kinds of data currently being linked for research and different linkage methods and considers the potential and challenges for future international data linkage.

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Sharing Linked Data for Health Research
Toward Better Decision Making
, pp. 11 - 27
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Print publication year: 2022

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