The Society-Based Data Science Lab aims to propose novel data-driven solutions to help mitigate grand challenges in the society, particularly social issues faced by vulnerable and disadvantaged communities. Through research, the lab aims to help enhance the application of data science for social good and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in data science.

Current Group Members

• Maryam Tabar, PhD (Director)
• Anjan Kumar Dev (PhD Student)
• Aveline Lezil (PhD Student)
• Elif Ercek (PhD Student)
• Shadman Islam Rafi (PhD Student)
• Adine Bahambana (Undergraduate Student)
• Anusha Abdulla (Undergraduate Student)
• Kamyar Ehsani (Undergraduate Student)

Former Members

• Abdalwahab Almajed (PhD, co-advised with Dr. Peyman Najafirad, Graduated Spring 2025)
• Gabriela Saenz (Master, Graduated Spring 2025)
• Shruti Nitturkar (Master, Graduated Spring 2024)