PC ACASI (QueryX)

United States

Customizable self-report electronic survey tool for use with semi-literate populations - with a special emphasis on the very critical and sensitive questions. QueryX allows for building Audio Computer-Assisted Self-Interview electronic surveys, incorporating Computer-Assisted Personal Interview strategy survey form questions. The software safeguards privacy and improves standardization of data collected on sensitive topics. The solution is software available for both Android and Windows-based devices and allows for the customized surveys to run locally on devices without the need for Internet connectivity. Updates to the software solution as well as the ability to synchronize data to the Microsoft Azure cloud are available when connectivity is available.

Project Stage

Scaling

Last update: October 05, 2023

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Description

Going forward, we envision and indeed are in the process of creating a web-based survey building tool that would allow researchers to create their own PC ACASI/CAPI surveys without the need of higher-level technical assistance. The web front-end tool would be similar to other commercial survey building tools. However, it would also include some of the customized features that have made Population Council ACASI/CAPI valuable – the ability to integrate audio custom files, the ability to translate surveys into any number of languages easily, and the possibility of customizing click responsive graphics to make them locally relevant. The solution is currently in use with the Microbicides Trials Network, through the NIH. In addition, the COMPASS DFID funded project in collaboration with the International Rescue Committee and Columbia University is utilizing the effort. A recent collaboration also includes the Makerere University Johns Hopkins Research Collaboration in Uganda, where the solution has been adopted to integrate electronic case report forms (eCRFs). Yes, there have been numerous published peer-reviewed articles that present the solution's effectiveness.