Application of machine learning algorithms in an epidemiologic study of mortality.

Journal: Annals of epidemiology
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Abstract

PURPOSE: Epidemiologic studies are important in assessing risk factors of mortality. Machine learning (ML) is efficient in analyzing multidimensional data to unravel dependencies between risk factors and health outcomes.

Authors

  • George O Agogo
    StatsDecide Analytics and Consulting Ltd, P.O Box 17432- 20100, Nakuru, Kenya. Electronic address: agogogeorge@gmail.com.
  • Henry Mwambi
    School of Mathematics, Statistics and Computer Science, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Pietermaritzburg, Private Bag X01, Scottsville, 3209, South Africa.