IDRIS
INSTITUTE FOR DATA, RESEARCH, AND INNOVATION SCIENCE
AT RUTGERS UNIVERSITY
"Data work is what we do."
Harnessing ethical data science, research, and innovative strategies to transform urban challenges into actionable solutions.
About IDRIS
The Institute for Data, Research, and Innovation Science (IDRIS) is an organizing hub for applied, social, ethical, and responsible scholarship in data science and emerging technologies at Rutgers University–Newark.
Empowering Urban Futures with Data & Innovation
At IDRIS, we harness the transformative power of data science and technology to drive social justice, ethical research, and community engagement.
Pioneering Research for Social Impact
Explore our cutting-edge research tackling wicked problems from health equity to responsible AI.
Educating Tomorrow's Leaders
Bridging academic rigor and real-world impact with dynamic training programs and executive courses.

A Message from IDRIS Executive Director
I am Dr. Fay Cobb Payton, IDRIS Executive Director, and I am thrilled to introduce IDRIS—a dynamic, interdisciplinary hub dedicated to using ethical, data-driven research to investigate and solve urban and global challenges.
RESEARCH SPOTLIGHT
AI Report to NJ Governor
This comprehensive report, developed by a state-appointed Task Force including IDRIS Director Dr. Fay Cobb Payton and Associate Professor Gregory Porumbescu, examines the potential societal impacts of emerging AI technologies, particularly Generative AI (GenAI).
Meet the IDRIS Team
FEATURED EVENT
IDRIS Launch
We are excited to announce the launch of the Institute of Data Research and Innovation Science (IDRIS)! Join us for an event of keynote speakers, panel discussions, networking, and inspiration!