UVA Data Points

00:43:34

The Science Behind Lung Cancer Screening

UVA Data Points ·

2026/09/25

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 of Data Science, and Melinda Aldrich, a cancer epidemiologist at Vanderbilt University, explore how data science is helping researchers better understand lung

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00:47:29

The Future With AI: Policies, Ethics, and Governance

UVA Data Points ·

2026/06/17

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 in Data Science and a leading voice in AI ethics, and Mona Sloane, Assistant Professor of Data Science and Media Studies, whose work focuses on the intersection

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00:47:29

The Future With AI: Policies, Ethics, and Governance

UVA Data Points ·

2026/06/17

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 in Data Science and a leading voice in AI ethics, and Mona Sloane, Assistant Professor of Data Science and Media Studies, whose work focuses on the intersection

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00:54:28

Forging a Career in Data Science

UVA Data Points ·

2026/05/13

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 U.S. and Global Chief Data Office. In conversation with Reggie Leonard from UVA’s School of Data Science, they share perspectives shaped by decades of experience

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00:54:28

Forging a Career in Data Science

UVA Data Points ·

2026/05/13

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 U.S. and Global Chief Data Office. In conversation with Reggie Leonard from UVA’s School of Data Science, they share perspectives shaped by decades of experience

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00:58:23

Digital Twins

UVA Data Points ·

2026/04/03

In this episode of 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 analysis, and Dr. Emiliano Ricciardi, an expert in cognitive neuroscience and neuroimaging. Together, with Jack Van Horn, Professor with the School of Data Science and

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00:58:23

Digital Twins

UVA Data Points ·

2026/04/03

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 analysis, and Dr. Emiliano Ricciardi, an expert in cognitive neuroscience and neuroimaging. Together, with Jack Van Horn, Professor with the School of Data Science

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00:33:49

Defensibility in Human Trafficking

UVA Data Points ·

2026/02/24

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 guests are Kimberly Adams, who leads the strategic architecture of AINA Tech, and Shweta Jain, AINA’s Co-Founder and Technical Architect, whose background in

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00:33:49

Defensibility in Human Trafficking

UVA Data Points ·

2026/02/24

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 guests are Kimberly Adams, who leads the strategic architecture of AINA Tech, and Shweta Jain, AINA’s Co-Founder and Technical Architect, whose background in

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00:41:24

Data Protection in Humanitarian Action

UVA Data Points ·

2025/12/16

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 for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (IDSAI) at the University of Exeter. The conversation is led by Aaron Martin Assistant Professor of Data Science here

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00:41:24

Data Protection in Humanitarian Action

UVA Data Points ·

2025/12/16

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 for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (IDSAI) at the University of Exeter. The conversation is led by Aaron Martin Assistant Professor of Data Science here

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00:37:45

Data Meets Art

UVA Data Points ·

2025/11/20

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 and musical scores, inviting us to view and even hear data in new ways. Joining her is Alex Gates, assistant professor of data science at the University of Virginia

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00:37:45

Data Meets Art

UVA Data Points ·

2025/11/20

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 and musical scores, inviting us to view and even hear data in new ways. Joining her is Alex Gates, assistant professor of data science at the University of Virginia

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00:31:28

Extreme Physics

UVA Data Points ·

2025/10/22

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 science at the University of Virginia, and Jack Beerman, a Ph.D. student whose work is already shaping real-world applications. Together, they discuss how AI is

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00:31:28

Extreme Physics

UVA Data Points ·

2025/10/22

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 science at the University of Virginia, and Jack Beerman, a Ph.D. student whose work is already shaping real-world applications. Together, they discuss how AI is

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00:26:42

Trustworthy AI

UVA Data Points ·

2025/09/19

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 entrepreneur, specializing in research related to Trustworthy AI, and Dr. Larry Medsker, a leading expert in AI ethics and policy. With experience in neural

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00:26:42

Trustworthy AI

UVA Data Points ·

2025/09/19

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 entrepreneur, specializing in research related to Trustworthy AI, and Dr. Larry Medsker, a leading expert in AI ethics and policy. With experience in neural

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00:48:33

Brain Organoids: Unlocking Mysteries of Neuroscience

UVA Data Points ·

2025/08/18

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 neuroscience. We’re joined by three brain organoid experts: Thomas Hartung, Professor of Environmental Health and Engineering at Johns Hopkins University; Jack

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00:48:33

Brain Organoids: Unlocking Mysteries of Neuroscience

UVA Data Points ·

2025/08/18

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 neuroscience. We’re joined by three brain organoid experts: Thomas Hartung, Professor of Environmental Health and Engineering at John’s Hopkins University; Jack

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00:57:03

Venture Meets Mission: A Conversation with Arun Gupta

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2025/06/17

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. Drawing from his extensive experience, Gupta will share insights on creating ventures with a mission-driven focus, discuss trends shaping the future of public service

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