What types of projects does the PADS Hub support?
o Data analysis, data science, analytics, and predictive modeling requests
o Grant submissions
o Translational Research
o Publications, Abstracts, and Presentations
o Study Design
o Pilot Studies
o Dissertations
What types of assistance does the PADS Hub provide?
o Guest lectures, training and workshops
o Grant proposal support
o Dissertation/Thesis advice
o Data analysis, analytics, data science, and predictive modeling collaborations
o Statistical programming
Can anyone receive PADS Hub services?
Current PADS Hub partners receive Any UK students, staff, and faculty who are not affiliated with a contributing partner are able to receive a one-time 30-minute meeting with the PADS Hub. If you or your unit/company are not currently an PADS partner, please contact us and find out how to become one. is a current list of PADS Hub Partners.
How do I schedule a consultation?
Please submit an PADS Hub request or contact us through PADSHub@uky.edu. We will contact you shortly to schedule your PADS appointment.
Are PADS Hub meetings in-person or virtual?
The PADS Hub offers both in-person and virtual options for consultation meetings.
Does the PADS Hub accept walk-in requests?
Our goal is to provide the most appropriate statistical expertise for your particular project, and initial consults involve a faculty director or affiliate. To ensure that the appropriate faculty and/or PADS staff are available, walk-in services are not provided. Please submit an PADS request by going to http://stat.as.uky.edu/asl-consultation or contact us through PADSHub@uky.edu. We will contact you shortly to schedule your PADS appointment.
Are meetings with a PADS Hub Team member required to begin a project?
Part of the mission of the PADS Hub is to provide a resource for statistical training and to serve as a starting point for building research partnerships. We want to avoid situations where data is simply dropped off, since this does not foster collaboration. While not all consultations will require a face to face interaction, the initial consultation should be scheduled so that investigators can discuss the aspects of the project and PADS staff can provide an analysis plan with scope of work. If a face to face consultation is not possible, please contact PADSHub@uky.edu for alternative arrangements.
I am a student working on my dissertation. Can I receive statistical assistance?
Please check to see if your college or department is a Partner with the PADS Hub. If you are, we will schedule an appointment to meet with our personnel. If not, you can still receive a 1-time 30-minute consultation with our personnel for suggestions and advise.
Can students working on dissertations attend meetings without an advisor?
No, the PADS Hub requires that an Advisor is present for the initial consultation. If your Advisor is unable to attend, a Committee member may attend in their absence.
I am a student working on a project that is NOT my dissertation. Can I attend the consultation without my Advisor?
There are cases where students work on projects that are not their dissertation. However, we still require that the main faculty member or staff member on the project attends the initial consultation. This helps ensure that any work completed by our personnel is correct for the scope of that project.
What statistical programs does the PADS Hub Team specialize in?
In the PADS Hub, we primarily use SAS and R. We do assist, sometimes, with SPSS, JMP, and Python. If you need assistance with another program besides those listed, we may not be able to assist you.
How does the PADS Hub store data?
PADS stores all data and project materials behind the medical campus firewall. The best way to transfer de-identified data to the PADS Hub is to attach it to the REDCap form when you submit your request.
I have already submitted a request previously. Do I have to submit another request to meet with the PADS Hub personnel again?
Please contact UKPADSHub@uky.edu to find out and include your project ID from your original request. It will depend on your specific needs.