Data & Policy
Scope & Guideline
Empowering Decisions Through Data Insights.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Data Governance and Policy Frameworks:
The journal examines the policies and frameworks that govern data use, focusing on creating trustworthy, inclusive, and effective data governance that aligns with public interests. - Data Analytics and Machine Learning Applications:
A significant emphasis is placed on the application of advanced analytics and machine learning techniques in public policy, aiming to enhance decision-making processes and predict outcomes in various domains. - Interdisciplinary Approaches to Data Utilization:
The journal promotes interdisciplinary research that integrates insights from social sciences, technology, and public administration to address complex societal challenges through data. - Public Engagement and Citizen Participation:
Exploration of how data-driven initiatives can enhance citizen engagement and participation in governance processes, ensuring that policies are reflective of public needs and expectations. - Sustainability and Ethical Data Use:
The journal underscores the importance of ethical considerations in data use, particularly in relation to sustainability and social equity, advocating for responsible data practices.
Trending and Emerging
- AI and Ethics in Public Policy:
There is a notable increase in research addressing the ethical implications of AI applications in public policy, emphasizing the need for transparency and accountability in algorithmic governance. - Data Collaboratives and Partnerships:
Emerging studies focus on the establishment of data collaboratives that foster partnerships between public and private sectors, highlighting their role in addressing societal challenges. - Impact of COVID-19 on Data Practices:
The pandemic has catalyzed a surge in research exploring the role of data in crisis response, emphasizing innovative uses of mobile and public health data during emergencies. - Integration of Citizen Data in Decision-Making:
Increasing attention is being paid to how citizen-generated data can inform public decision-making processes, promoting a more participatory approach to governance. - Smart Cities and Data-Driven Innovation:
A growing interest in how data can facilitate the development of smart cities, focusing on urban planning, mobility, and infrastructure challenges, is evident in recent publications.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Data Collection Methods:
There seems to be a waning interest in conventional data collection techniques, as more innovative and technology-driven approaches become prevalent in the discourse. - Overly Technical Governance Models:
Research that solely focuses on highly technical aspects of data governance without considering real-world implications and stakeholder perspectives is becoming less frequent. - General Discussions on Digital Transformation:
Broad discussions around digital transformation in public sectors without specific focus on data-driven outcomes and policies are receiving less attention in recent publications.
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