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UVA Data Points
by UVA School of Data Science
a podcast exploring the world of data science
Episodes
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The Science Behind Lung Cancer Screening
Lung cancer remains one of the leading causes of cancer death, in part because it is often detected too late. But deciding who should be screened is more complicated than it might seem. In this episode of UVA Data Points, Jeffrey Blume, interim Stephenson Dean of the University of Virginia School...
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The Future With AI: Policies, Ethics, and Governance
In this episode, we explore the future of artificial intelligence through the lens of policy, ethics, and governance; examining how this rapidly evolving technology is reshaping society and the responsibilities that come with it. Joining the conversation are Renée Cummings, Professor of Practice…
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Forging a Career in Data Science
Interested in what a career in data science can look like? Here, we’re joined by two members of the School of Data Science Advisory Board: Heidi Lanford, co-founder of NavAlytix AI and former Chief Data Officer at Fitch Group, and Kane Geyer, Principal at PwC and most recently the leader of the...
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Digital Twins
In this episode of UVA Data Points, we explore the rapidly evolving world of digital brain twins; personalized, data-driven models of the brain that could revolutionize medicine and neuroscience. Joining the conversation are two leading experts: Dr. Randy McIntosh, a pioneer in brain network...
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Defensibility in Human Trafficking
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 playing to help law enforcement identify traffickers and their victims. Our...
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Data Protection in Humanitarian Action
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 of Law and Strategic Lead on the Fair and Inclusive Society at the Institute…
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Data Meets Art
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 like reed and paper, she transforms complex datasets into woven sculptures…
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Extreme Physics
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 leading expert in geometric deep learning and associate professor of data…
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Trustworthy AI
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 questions, we’re joined by Farhana Faruqe, a data scientist, researcher, and...
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Brain Organoids: Unlocking Mysteries of Neuroscience
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, lab-grown models of the human brain) to unravel some of the most complex mysteries of...
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Venture Meets Mission: A Conversation with Arun Gupta
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 Gupta, CEO of the NobleReach Foundation and author of Venture Meets Mission.…
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Women in Data Science, Charlottesville
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 data science and feature outstanding women doing outstanding work. Leading the...
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Exploring the Protein Universe via AI
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: Philip Bourne, the founding dean of the UVA School of Data Science, and Cam...
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The Transformative Role of AI in the Credit Industry
UVA School of Data Science graduates pursue many career paths, including government, health care, technology, retail, and... finance. In this episode, we hear from two UVA data science alumni who put their data science degrees to work every day in their roles at Octus, a financial services…
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Surviving the Data Deluge
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 University of Virginia’s School of Data Science. Phil Bourne, a professor of…
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Transforming Spotify Data Into Art
Many of us look forward to our Spotify wrapped at the end of the year. It's fun to see your whole year in music reflected back to you in the form of auras and moods and, of course, ranked lists, all powered by the cold, hard data of our listening habits. But there's so much more data available to...
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Misinformation and Image Manipulation in a Polarized America
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 deepen political divides, shape voter perceptions, and erode trust? And what does…
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¡Viva la Ciencia de Datos en UVA!
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 over the world to make advances in research, technology and innovation. To talk...
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Rebroadcast | Future Home of the UVA School of Data Science
The UVA School of Data Science was formed in September 2019 and has since grown in its collaborations, partnerships, program offerings, and teaching and research personnel. We are now constructing a new facility that will house the School of Data Science at the University of Virginia. The new...
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The AI Playbook | A Conversation with Eric Siegel
In his new book, The AI Playbook: Mastering the Rare Art of Machine Learning Deployment, Eric Siegel offers a detailed playbook for how business professionals can launch machine learning projects, providing both success stories where private industry got it right as well as cautionary tales…
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The Future of Data Science Education | Live from Datapalooza
This panel delves into how the faculty at UVA's School of Data Science are actively working to craft a liberal arts curriculum suitable for the digital age, one that not only adapts to but embraces changes in technology and practice. The panel discusses the future of data science education,...
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Rebroadcast | Advances in Sports Analytics
Because of advances in machine learning, wearable technology, and computer vision, the field of sport analytics is a whole new game. This episode gets into the details on what is new, the impact of analytics and technology on athletes and sports, as well as the ethics surrounding its...
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The Future Impact of AI on Society Panel | Live from Datapalooza
Artificial intelligence has the potential to change our societies, economies, and political systems in both intentional and unintended ways. While it is difficult to understand the full extent of what the long-term impacts may be, we have enough shared knowledge and expertise to predict the…
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A View From Space | How LiDAR and Hyperspectral Imaging are Changing Science
The latest episode of UVA Data Points features Don Brown, the senior associate dean for research at the School of Data Science, and professor Bill Basener as they discuss remote sensing, which is the process of collecting data about an object without contacting it. The discussion traces the…
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Swimming with Data | Diving into Student Life
This episode is a collaboration between UVA Data Points and Hoos in STEM. This episode of UVA Data Points features Ken Ono discussing the growth of data science at UVA and its increasing importance in various disciplines, including how he uses it to help swimmers improve performance. Ono is a...
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Perspectives on the Meeting of Wikipedia & Artificial Intelligence
Excavating the Mother Lode of Human-Generated Text: A Systematic Review of Research That Uses the Wikipedia Corpus
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A.I. Goes to School: The Future of Artificial Intelligence in Higher Ed
In this episode we’re looking at the past, present, and future of artificial intelligence in higher education. To explore this topics we’re featuring a conversation between Phil Bourne, the dean of the UVA School of Data Science, and Jeffrey Blume, the Associate Dean for Academic and Faculty...
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U.S. China Tech Competition | Apps, Platforms, and Surveillance
This episode was recorded during the Miller Center’s 2023 William and Carol Stevenson Conference, U.S. China Tech Competiton: Has Democracy Met its Match? For more info on this conference, as well as to watch the video versions, follow this link:...
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