Harvard Data Science Initiative

The HDSI is a research and education program that fosters new data-driven approaches to issues of fundamental societal and intellectual importance. It promotes collaboration between methodologically- and domain-focused researchers, strengthens the Harvard data science community, and amplifies the impact of data science beyond the University. OUR FOUNDATION | We build upon our bedrock of strength in computer science, statistics, and the liberal arts. In addition to data-driven research, we are fundamentally committed to data science education at all levels and across disciplines. OUR LENS | We work toward shaping the future of data-driven policy and the implications of big data for human society. We imbue all data-driven solutions with rigor, reproducibility, and contextual understanding. OUR ENVIRONMENT | We leverage Harvards uniquely expansive network to connect cutting-edge technical expertise with deep domain knowledge across sectors including medicine, public health, law, bu...