WHO WE WERE
The West Big Data Innovation Hub, one of four regional hubs funded by the National Science Foundation, included contributors and data enthusiasts from Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wyoming, and a global network of partners.
WHAT WE DID
Our mission was to build and strengthen strategic partnerships across academia, industry, nonprofits, and government — connecting research, education, and practice to harness the data revolution.
HOW PEOPLE JOINED US
Whether it was participating in a data challenge or carpentry workshop or working towards a more resilient water future—and everything in between—we invited you to join our diverse team of stakeholders that envisioned a community empowered to contribute to a thriving West.
PRIORITIES
Raised awareness of regional opportunities, inspiring new contributions and commitments
Catalyzed team formation across academia, industry, nonprofits, and government
Developed and enabled translational data science pilot projects in our thematic areas
Supported data science education, training, and workforce development
OUR IMPACTS
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHTS
The West Hub had an array of affiliates throughout the western states. Click on each state for a glimpse of "big data" spotlights.