Why was Jackson State University (JSU) selected as the DTCC site?
Jackson State University has experience in delivering technology-based solutions that can be leveraged to ensure success of the RTRN DTCC. Additionally, they have a Video Access Grid which can be used for distance training, a strong partnership with Duke Clinical Research Institute, a remote data capture system already in place, access to the biostatistical staff of JSU, and a service oriented architecture to implement the Network. Also, they are able to build upon the Jackson Heart Study HL 7 platform.