The Relational Insights Data Lab (RIDL) is part of Griffith University, based at Nathan Campus
Rooted in the Griffith University ecosystem we leverage on research expertise across all projects to ensure they are executed with scientific rigour. RIDL is a not for profit organisation. We endeavour to make our solutions publicly available and share our code whenever possible to make it available for re-use.
RIDL’s data-rich environment provides new opportunities to fast-track innovative solutions that address long-standing urban and regional problems by using “place”, rather than discipline or agency, as the data linking framework. With the right data ecosystem RIDL can improve our understanding of these problems, which will in turn improve policy making, service delivery, and effective business and regional development.
Meet the Team
Dr. Tom Verhelst
Director
Relational Insights Data Lab and Griffith Data Trust
Email: t.verhelst@griffith.edu.au
Rhetta Chappell
Data Scientist and Partnerships Lead
Relational Insights Data Lab
Email: r.chappell@griffith.edu.au
Nicholas Pittman
Data Analyst
Relational Insights Data Lab
Email: n.pittman@griffith.edu.au
Jessica Chen
Data Linkage Analyst
Relational Insights Data Lab and Griffith Data Trust
Email: jessica.chen@griffith.edu.au
Charlotte Owona
Policy and Compliance Coordinator
Griffith Data Trust
Email: c.owona@griffith.edu.au
Shiela Villanueva
Data Lab Coordinator
Griffith Data Trust
Email: s.villanueva@griffith.edu.au
Team in Action
RIDL Welcomes NICD
RIDL welcomes the Hollie Johnson, a Senior Data Scientist from the National Centre for Data (NICD). NICD's mission to enhance data capabilities internally, fostering innovation from within and helps teams to transition from manual processes to advanced predictive analytics, leveraging cutting-edge technology.
Knowledge Sharing Session with Data and AI Unit
After an enlightening knowledge-sharing session between our team and the brilliant minds from Queensland State Government's Data and AI Unit, we capped off the day with some refreshing drinks.
We highlight the power of collaboration and endless possibilities that come from sharing knowledge and experiences.
We Support Women in Technology
The RIDL and GDT women celebrating the end of a busy and fulfilling year at the women in tech networking event.
Griffith University Interns
At RIDL, we take immense pride in nurturing the talents of emerging data professionals through our internship program.
We are confident that the valuable data skills they've honed during their twelve weeks with us will pave the way to their bright futures in the field.
Data Storytelling and Visualisation
Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your data communication skills and improve your overall data fluency.
Show Me the Data Podcast
Director Tom Verhelst and Rhetta Chappell in Studio for the Show me the Data Podcast.
PowerBI Training
The RIDL data team are always looking to build on existing skill sets to further develop our areas of expertise.
In the ever-evolving landscape of data and data science, staying ahead means embracing a culture of continuous learning.
WOW Voices Shaping the Future School Day
At RIDL, we believe in not only making data matter but also in empowering the future leaders of tomorrow.
We were thrilled to be a part of the WOW Voices Shaping the Future Schools Day speed mentoring session where Rhetta Chappell and Jessica Chen took a special initiative to mentor bright young school girls in Years 10-12.
Asia Pacific Cities Summit
Jessica Chen at the Griffith University booth generating insights from contextualized data to improve local, state, and federal decisions making.
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