Organizational Structure

CEDS receives oversight and guidance from its Executive Committee, its Advisory Board, and its Working Group

The ExCom coordinates CODATA with UA and is comprised of three vice chairs who represent the interests of the University, CODATA, and the Center.

  • John Hildebrand, Vice Chair (UA)
  • Paul Uhlir, Vice Chair (CODATA)
  • Mercury Fox, Vice Chair (CEDS)

The AdBoard represents data stakeholders from society and includes scholars, private sector professionals, science advisors and diplomats, and members of civil society.

  • Sir Peter Gluckman, Chair
  • Haya AlTaleb
  • Bunmi Banjo
  • Paul Box
  • Simon Hodson

The WG is comprised of university stakeholders who support the incubation of CEDS at UA.

  • Catherine Brooks, iSchool
  • Stephanie Carroll, NNI
  • Bryan Heidorn, CDSDS
  • Nirav Merchant, Data7
  • Maliaca Oxnam, Data7

The Center is managed by a diverse and dedicated staff of university students and professionals.

  • Mercury Fox, Director
  • Liliana Salas, Fluid Commons Fulbright Scholar
  • Isaiah Strong, Media Assistant
  • Nour Tanbal, Web Adminstratrix