Why Big Data and Analytic?
• The Next Frontiers for Innovation, Increase Productivity and Sustainable Economic Development
• Leadership in Technology, Innovation and Economic Development - A Knowledge-Driven Economy
Goals:
• Train the Next Generation of the Brightest Big Data Scientists, Researchers, Professionals, and Students in the World
• Educating Leaders, Creating Knowledge, Serving Society
• To Stimulate Economy and Create New Jobs
Social Impact- An Example: Big Data Opportunities-Health Care
• Health care is a large and important segment of the US economy that faces tremendous productivity challenges
• US health care▪$300 billion value per year - ~0.7 percent annual productivity
• Big Data and analytics combined with advanced diagnostics will change the future of care.



