The Harvard Data Science Initiative

The Harvard Data Science Initiative is a program that integrates data science across Harvard University’s research, teaching, and innovation efforts. It aims to address complex questions by combining techniques from computer science, statistics, and domain-specific fields like medicine or social sciences. Through collaboration, education, and research, the initiative helps develop new methods for analyzing large and complex datasets, enabling better insights and informed decisions in various areas, from healthcare to public policy. Its goal is to position Harvard as a leader in leveraging data science to solve real-world problems.