Cosmos Spark: Discovering Tools, Community, and the Future of Research
Join the growing Cosmos Community!
UNC Health’s Information Services Division, Enterprise Analytics & Data Services (EADS) is excited to invite you to our Epic Cosmos Informational Session on April 16, 2026, a virtual event designed to bring together innovators, analysts, and clinical partners across UNC Health and UNC SOM.
What is Epic Cosmos?
Epic Cosmos is a de‑identified, nationwide dataset that unifies inpatient and outpatient records from participating Epic health systems, enabling researchers, analysts, and clinicians to uncover trends and generate real‑world insights at scale. This powerful resource accelerates discovery and supports improved patient care. Click here to learn more: Epic Cosmos
When will this session take place?
Thursday, April 16th, 2026, via Webex, 12:00pm-1:15pm ET
How do I sign up?
Register here: Webex
Who is it open to?
Clinical/Social Researchers, Research Staff, Data Scientists & Biostatisticians, Academic Faculty & Students, Governance & Compliance Leaders, IT & Technical Support Teams, etc. at UNC Health & UNC Chapel Hill
What You’ll Gain?
- Clear Insight – Learn Cosmos’s core capabilities and how it supports large‑scale clinical research.
- Simple Access Pathways – Understand governance, compliance, and how to get started independently.
- Community Connections – Meet peers across clinical, research, data, and technical roles.
- Real‑World Application – Hear a featured presentation from a UNC Health clinician‑researcher on how Cosmos was leveraged in health services research, including key lessons learned.
For questions, please reach out to:
Asia K. Johnson, MS, MPA | Mgr. Analytical Solutions – Research
ISD Enterprise Analytics & Data Services (EADS)