Health Sciences South Carolina

Health Sciences South Carolina (HSSC) is a statewide biomedical research collaborative established in 2004 to improve health and economic wellbeing in South Carolina. The organization unites the state's largest research universities and health systems to facilitate large-scale clinical research and data sharing. HSSC operates a robust Clinical Data Warehouse that integrates electronic health records from its member institutions, enabling researchers to conduct population health studies and clinical trials more efficiently. By providing shared infrastructure and fostering multi-institutional cooperation, HSSC aims to accelerate the translation of research into improved patient care and health outcomes. It serves as a critical hub for health informatics and collaborative scientific initiatives across the state.