UVA Data Points

Would you be able to recognize the subtle red flags that someone is being controlled, exploited, or groomed? In this conversation, we will dive into the complexities of understanding human trafficking and the role AI is...

In this episode, we explore data governance in the humanitarian sector. Our guests are Massimo Marelli , Head of the Data Protection Office at the International Committee of the Red Cross, and Ana Beduschi , a Professor...

Here we explore the intersections of data, art, and storytelling. Our guest, Nathalie Miebach, is an internationally-recognized data artist and the School of Data Science’s inaugural Artist-in-Residence. Using materials...

In this episode, we explore how data science is helping researchers simulate and understand some of the most extreme physical events on Earth, from floods in Texas to hypersonic flight. Our guests are Stephen Baek, a...

Here we dive into one of the most timely and important topics in tech: Trustworthy AI . What does it really mean for artificial intelligence to be “trustworthy”? And why should it matter to you? To help us unpack these...

In this episode, we’re diving into a fascinating intersection of cutting-edge science and data innovation. As technology continues to evolve, researchers are increasingly turning to brain organoids, (miniature...

Explore how entrepreneurship and innovation can intersect with public service to drive meaningful impact. Join Dean Philip Bourne and the UVA School of Data Science community for an inspiring conversation with Arun...

In this episode, we welcome you to the 2025 Women in Data Science Charlottesville event hosted at the University of Virginia School of Data Science. WiDS Charlottesville seeks to increase the participation of women in...

Here we explore how data science is revolutionizing our understanding of protein structures , with a special focus on the exciting developments in protein folding and evolution. We’re joined by two experts in the field...

UVA School of Data Science grad uates pursue many career paths, including government, health care, technology, retail, and . .. finance . I n this episode, we hear from two UVA d ata s cience alumni who put their d ata...

One of the most pressing challenges in our increasingly data-driven world is the Data Deluge—the overwhelming flood of information that we generate and record every single day. With us are three experts from the...

M any of us look forward to our Spotify wrapped at the end of the year. It's fun to see your whole year in m usic reflected back to you in the for m of auras and m oods and, of course, ranked lists, all powered by the...

In recent elections, the rise of misleading content—ranging from manipulated images to false narratives—has sparked growing concerns about misinformation and disinformation. How does this wave of deceptive content...

Data science is an incredibly diverse and global field of study and practice. In order to tackle some of our most challenging issues ranging from climate change to cognition, we need data and data scientists from all...