Overview

Contents

Overview

Research Data Science (RDS) is an emerging term. It refers to the unique challenge of applying data science tools and techniques within a research setting. In this module you will learn what an RDS project is, and crucial considerations for inclusivity and collaboration.

Module structure:

  • What is Research Data Science: A context-setting introduction.

  • Research Data Science project lifecycle: What makes a RDS project?

  • Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in data science: Data science is powerful, here we discuss how to be mindful of our applications.

  • Collaboration and Reproducibility: Tips for collaborating on code.

  • Hands-on session: Scope a research data science project using a real dataset.

References

Parts of this chapter have been strongly influenced by the book Data Feminism.