Data Expert's US Tour Reveals Diverse Applications and Policy Needs
In a whirlwind tour across the US, a prominent data expert delved into various aspects of data science, policy, and initiatives. The journey, spanning from Denver to Washington D.C., offered a comprehensive look at the evolving landscape of data management and its implications.
The tour kicked off in Denver where the expert discussed data anonymization policy at UC Boulder's Silicon Flatirons think tank. In Salt Lake City, the future of data centers was explored with secure data storage firm Space Monkey. The importance of a strong executive in fostering metropolitan or statewide data science communities was highlighted in Chicago and Oakland.
In the Bay Area, the expert met with Yelp to discuss their LIVES initiative, a partnership with health departments to ingest restaurant health inspection data. Meanwhile, in Pittsburgh, a detailed look was taken at applied statistics at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU). The tour also included a stop in Omaha to discuss innovative data initiatives in car insurance with a top actuary at a major insurance firm.
The expert also learned about UC Berkeley's new online Masters in Data Science offering from the Dean of the School of Information. In Chicago, the city's data integration strategy was discussed with the Director of Analytics. Additionally, the expert participated in the Millennial Trains Project, traveling by rail to seven cities in ten days to explore data initiatives and policy concerns.
After visiting numerous cities and engaging with key figures in the data science community, the expert began synthesizing their findings into key policy insights in Washington D.C. The tour provided a unique perspective on the diverse applications and challenges of data management, from car insurance to public health, highlighting the need for robust policy and leadership in this rapidly evolving field.
