In January, David Corliss highlighted a group of issues as top priorities for the Data 4 Good community in 2024. Here, he recognizes outstanding accomplishments in each of the five areas.
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COPSS Awards Reward Data for Good
The Committee of Presidents of Statistical Societies, known as COPSS, recently opened nominations for its 2025 leadership awards. These are distinguished awards recognizing both early-career and senior accomplishments in the theory and practice of statistics. This month, David Corliss discusses how these awards honor data for good.
NSF Institutes Develop AI for Public Benefit
In his Stats4Good column, David Corliss discusses the NSF’s 25 national artificial intelligence research institutes to create a cohesive approach to AI-related opportunities and risks.
Storytelling with Data for Good Visualizations
David Corliss explores how effective data visualization can amplify the impact of your work and how clear and purposeful visuals can convey complex ideas.
Extending Horizons: Data for Good Collaborations Across Academia, Industry, Government
David Corliss looks at how statisticians and data scientists working in industry are the best people to help identify scientists in academia and government who can provide essential expertise.
JSM 2024 a Data for Good Treasure Trove
In just a few weeks, thousands of statisticians and data scientists will gather in Portland, Oregon, for the Joint Statistical Meetings. David Corliss shares ways to connect with new collaborators and get ideas for D4G projects.
Global Data for Good Data Sources: A World of Opportunity
The Data for Good community is experiencing incredible growth in the availability and quality of global data, benefiting researchers in academia, government, and industry. Here, David Corliss highlights data resources to empower everyone, from seasoned researchers to students.
Data for Good Opportunities Abound in Refugee Crises
This month, David Corliss discusses the ways statisticians and data scientists can support refugees and other displaced persons.
Wealth of Data Addresses Today’s Mass Extinction
Each year in April, Earth Day offers an opportunity to refocus on protecting this planet we share with all living things. This year, David Corliss focuses on opportunities to address one of the most pressing challenges facing us today: mass extinction.
Community-Based Data for Good Projects: Think Statistically, Act Locally
This month, David Corliss discusses the importance of building relationships with local subject experts and data stewards as the first step in developing community-based projects.