Big data and patient-powered research aim to solve complex diseases

(LymeDisease.org) Big data and patient-driven research networks have the power to accelerate our understanding of some of today's most complex diseases. Lorraine Johnson, CEO of Lymedisease.org, will give a presentation at the AAAS meeting on Feb. 13 on 'Big Data and Patient Powered Networks.' She will discuss how MyLymeData, the first and only national patient-powered research project on chronic Lyme disease, is being embraced by thousands of patients, anxious for answers that will improve their lives.
Source: EurekAlert! - Infectious and Emerging Diseases - Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: news