Winter 2016: Big Data

Message From the Chair

Technology

Harnessing Big Data for Humanitarian Efforts

A column from this year’s Chair of the Section of Science & Technology Law.

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Technology

John Prendergast, Human Rights Activist

An interview with human rights activist and founding director of the Enough Project, an Africa-focused organization that works to end genocide and crimes against humanity.

Science & Engineering

The SciTech Edge for Rising Stars

A column from the Membership and Diversity (MAD) Committee.

Technology

Security Challenges of the Big Data Ecosystem Require a Laser-Like Focus on Risk

Security and privacy risks multiply in the ever-growing volume, variety, and velocity of big data. Sophisticated risk assessment and management are increasingly critical.

Technology

Big Data and Human Resources: Letting the Computer Decide?

Big data analytics can help address modern human resources challenges.

Technology

Big Data, Big Deal

As big data gets bigger every day, so too do the corresponding legal issues. SciTech members interested in these issues should explore the Section’s committees, publications, and programs.

Technology

What Happens to Your Big Data after You Die?

One passes away without notifying the cloud. Retrieving the data can be a significant challenge.

Technology

Lawyering in the Information Age: Leveraging Analytics to Be a Better Attorney

The ability to glean useful information quickly from large amounts of disparate data distinguishes truly great lawyers. But it’s not rocket science—it’s data science.

Technology

SciTech Edge Career and Branding Insights

Getting a science and technology law edge can be key to advancing your career. On September 16, 2015, the ABA Section of Science & Technology Law hosted an event for law students and young lawyers at Chicago-Kent College of Law called Build Your Career and Brand with The SciTech Edge.

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Winter 2016: Big Data

Message From the Chair

Harnessing Big Data for Humanitarian Efforts

Also in This Issue

John Prendergast, Human Rights Activist

The SciTech Edge for Rising Stars

Security Challenges of the Big Data Ecosystem Require a Laser-Like Focus on Risk

Big Data and Human Resources: Letting the Computer Decide?

Big Data, Big Deal

What Happens to Your Big Data after You Die?

Lawyering in the Information Age: Leveraging Analytics to Be a Better Attorney

SciTech Edge Career and Branding Insights

ABA Resources

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Winter 2016: Big Data

Message From the Chair

Harnessing Big Data for Humanitarian Efforts

Also in This Issue

John Prendergast, Human Rights Activist

The SciTech Edge for Rising Stars

Security Challenges of the Big Data Ecosystem Require a Laser-Like Focus on Risk

Big Data and Human Resources: Letting the Computer Decide?

Big Data, Big Deal

What Happens to Your Big Data after You Die?

Lawyering in the Information Age: Leveraging Analytics to Be a Better Attorney

SciTech Edge Career and Branding Insights

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