The NOVA Data-Driven Public Policies Lab is a center of excellence focused on developing more effective and efficient public policies grounded in evidence. Utilizing advanced methodologies and data science, the lab aims to enhance decision-making and optimize public resource management, while promoting transparency and accountability.
NOVA Data-Driven Public Policies Lab
Mission
Promoting the development and implementation of data-driven public policies through innovative impact and efficiency assessment techniques. The lab is dedicated to transparency, accountability, and the continuous improvement of public policies, contributing to more informed and effective decision-making.
Goals
- To promote the development of public policies based on evidence;
- To promote a culture of evidence-based policy making and policy impact;
- Scientific development for policy ecosystems;
- Promote the use state-of-the art methodologies for policy evaluation and impact assessment;
- Promote accountability and transparency of public policies;
- Promote the use of data analytics and data science methodologies at the service of better public policies;
- Contribute to more effective decision making and the optimization of public resources and their allocation.
Areas
- Evidence based public policies;
- Identification and framing of new policies;
- Impact assessment;
- Policy and programme evaluation;
- Governance, accountability & quality;
- Research design and data analytics;
- Data governance and database management;
- Survey based research;
- Training/knowledge transfer.
