The objectives of the MIDAS Industry Engagement Program are to advance research in data science and deliver value to its industry partners through collaborative engagement. Another goal is to expose our students and trainees to cutting edge data science technologies and real world problems, only obtainable through close connections with Industry. Engaging big data-oriented companies through local, regional and national partnerships is essential to MIDAS and the University’s investment in data science.
MIDAS leadership is working closely with the University’s Business Engagement Center (BEC) to develop key partnerships with industry. MIDAS is also working closely with the NSF Big Data Hub Program, and is a leading member of its Midwest Big Data Hub team.