Speaker Profile
Chad M. Topaz is professor of complex systems at Williams College and cofounder of the QSIDE Institute, which uses data science to promote equity and justice. An award-winning educator and researcher recognized by the National Academy of Sciences, the Association for Women in Mathematics, and the Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics, he has authored numerous studies at the intersection of data science, social justice, and public policy. His opinion pieces have appeared in the , , the , , and other publications. Topaz's book, Unlocking Justice: The Power of Data to Confront Inequity and Create Change, demonstrates how a candid dialogue between social justice and data science can empower communities, spark informed debate, and inspire advocacy.
