Thoughts and ideas from the data science team
If you ask any of the data scientists in our Pulse Labs in New York, Jakarta or Kampala "What are you doing?" you always get a fascinating reply.
Whether it's exploring digital signals related to volcanic eruptions in Indonesia, predictors of Non Communicable Diseases using online chat about unhealthy habits, or monitoring emerging issues related to HIV/AIDS in Kampala based on public conversation, there's a wealth of activity that we think others would find interesting too. The UN Global Pulse team will use this space to post informal blogs about what they are grappling with, highlight others' exciting work and reach out to people innovating in the same space. Comments and suggestions welcome.
Big Data and International Migration
Information on the spatial distribution of populations and their international movement is an integral aspect of global development.
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Identifying trends around workplace discrimination using social media
When we sit down with colleagues from different parts of the UN, we tend to start by explaining the kinds of insights that can be drawn from analysis of big data. Some of that...
How do I become a Data Scientist?
I often get asked by people who are coming to the end of their Masters degree or PhD, or who are looking to change career direction; '"How can I become a Data Scientist?". This...
Can social media analytics provide insights relevant for communicable diseases control in Indonesia?
CASE STUDY: Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS)
What is MERS CoV?
Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS) is a viral respiratory disease caused by a...
Using Digital Tools for Disease Surveillance: Mapping Innovations
Can data innovation provide new insights into rabies and avian influenza outbreaks in Indonesia? This is what we are currently exploring at Pulse Lab Jakarta together with the...
