Surveillance Optimization Project
for Chronic Wasting Disease
CWD, Meet Data Science
Chronic wasting disease (CWD) is spreading through cervid populations across North America. How can data science, technology, and modeling help wildlife agencies understand and respond to this disease? SOP4CWD is here to help.
Putting the Needs of Wildlife Agencies First
Collaboration and coordination are critically important if we are to successfully combat this shared threat. Through SOP4CWD, quantitative researchers (data scientists, disease ecologists, and statisticians) are working closely with wildlife agencies (biologists and veterinarians) to generate the tools and resources needed to understand and combat this disease. All wildlife agencies are welcome to join our effort, as are researchers who may be able to provide expertise and develop new solutions.
The CWD Data Warehouse
The CWD Data Warehouse is an shared online platform for wildlife agencies, providing easy access to advanced modeling and analytics that address informational needs and guide efficient and effective disease surveillance. The CWD Data Warehouse also serves as a one stop shop for CWD data management, analysis, and data sharing.