Today, data and analytics span virtually all segments of our world. Information and the methods to analyze it enable our decisions to be grounded in evidence and afford us confidence when presenting solutions across a variety of fields. The Institute of Data and Analytics engages in these scientific and technological challenges to positively impact science, industry, and society. 

Initiatives

Browse our research initiatives to learn more about our work.

cybersecurity

human trafficking

business intelligence academy

health informatics

humanitarian

Electric Vehicle Analytics

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The Marillyn A. Hewson Cybersecurity Summer Camp

The Marillyn A. Hewson Cybersecurity Summer Camp is designed to expose area high school students to the world of cybersecurity and inspire students to pursue a career in cybersecurity or other science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields.

Students can learn the basics of cybersecurity and web infrastructure in the standard camp or take on a more challenging curriculum in the advanced camp.

Schedule:

Standard Camp (for those new to Cybersecurity): June 6th – 10th, 8:00 AM-12:00PM

Advanced Camp: June 13th-17th, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

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Marillyn A. Hewson
data analytics lab

The Marillyn A. Hewson Data Analytics Lab is a state-of-the-art data science and premier research facility that provides a collaborative workspace to devise processes for data – from storage and management to analytics and insights.

RESEARCH

Interdisciplinary teams pursue sponsored research and produce applied and methodological analytic-based scientific publications.

NETWORK

The IDA serves as a hub for connecting academic researchers to industries with data and analytic challenges.

Learn

Experiential learning, research opportunities, and the annual Business Analytic Symposium provide enhanced involvement for data science activities

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Statistical Consulting Lab

The Statistical Consulting Lab (SCL) provides researchers at The University of Alabama with a resource that supports their investigative efforts with ready access to individuals skilled in the application of statistical methods, data analysis, and statistical computing from a consulting and applied research perspective.

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Data Analytics Club

The Data Analytics Club is a student-led organization that provides the foundation of data science and machine learning to generate insight and deliver business value.

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data repository

The Research Archive for Data Analysis and Reporting (RADAR) system aggregates disparate data sources from multiple sources into a centralized repository that allows for integrated queries across the varying data sources:

  • Public datasets

  • Sensitive government data

  • Private purchased data

  • Researcher-cultivated data

ida spotlight

Business Intelligence Academy
Learn more about the Business Intelligence Academy from initiative director Jef Naidoo and some of his students.
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Human Trafficking Initiative
Working as part of the West Alabama Human Trafficking Task Force, this IDA initiative recently helped conduct an undercover operation aimed at combating child exploitation.
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Statistical Consulting Lab
The Statistical Consulting Lab (SCL) provides researchers at The University of Alabama with a resource that supports their investigative efforts with ready access to individuals skilled in the application of statistical methods, data analysis, and statistical computing from a consulting and applied research perspective.
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Through the opportunities awarded to me via the IDA, I was able to develop the variety of skills required to be successful in data science. Dr. Parton’s Statistical Consulting class has been invaluable for my current role on the AI Consulting team within the Lockheed Martin Artificial Intelligence Center. My time spent at the IDA has been the single most valuable undergraduate/graduate experience, and I wouldn’t be where I am today without the IDA team. Roll Tide
Frank Phillips
Frank PhillipsAI/Machine Learning Engineer, Lockheed Martin; MS, Applied Statistics
The Institute of Data and Analytics provided me the opportunity to solve real-world problems using advanced ML/AI across various industries, from insurance pricing to psychology studies. Not only was I trained on algorithms and programming as a junior Data Scientist, my time with the IDA helped me build a more well-rounded and industry-ready portfolio.
Huan Li
Huan LiData Scientist Lead, VP, JP Morgan Chase & Co; ABD, Applied Statistics
The Institute of Data & Analytics provides the opportunity for students to contribute impactful work with experienced professionals, fostering skills to ensure their success throughout their careers. I credit the strong start to my career from skills that I have developed while at the IDA.
Matt Studer
Matt StuderSr. Data Scientist, Toyota Financial Services Corporation; MS, Applied Statistics
During my time at the Institute of Data and Analytics I had the opportunity to work on high impact projects alongside brilliant individuals. Through these real-world applications I was able to enhance numerous skillsets and grow in my abilities as a researcher, employee, student, and data scientist. These invaluable tools are the foundation of my professional abilities to this day.
Steven Samsel
Steven SamselData Scientist/Marketing, Alabama Power; MS, Applied Statistics
The Institute of Data & Analytics provided me exposure to many experiential learning opportunities that prepared me for my career. Apart from classroom learning and my thesis work, I had opportunities to collaborate with other ongoing analytics projects in the lab and also opportunities for statistical consulting. The IDA also supported my leadership endeavor to start a student-led Data Analytics club. I would say I got full exposure to collaboration, leadership and experiential learning at the lab.”
Sujit Kunwor
Sujit KunworData Scientist, McLeod Software Corporation; Ph.D., Interdisciplinary Data Science
Working in the Institute of Data & Analytics helped me understand how to create impactful data visualizations to communicate the value of Alabama Medicaid to a variety of stakeholders. I now teach students many of the tactics and strategies I learned so they can use data visualizations to communicate business problems and monitor the effectiveness of implemented solutions.
Teagan M. Nabity-Grover
Teagan M. Nabity-GroverAssistant Professor of Information Technology Management Boise State; Ph.D., MIS
The Institute of Data and Analytics is a great place providing students many chances to apply knowledge learned in the classroom to real-world issues and experience the work in practice. The IDA faculty and staff are so tremendously supportive, offering encouragement and guidance. I am so blessed to have been a part of the organization.
Yuhui Yao
Yuhui YaoAssistant Professor of Biostatistics, The University of Alabama; Ph.D., Applied Statistics
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