{"674824":{"#nid":"674824","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Meet GTRI\u0027s Guides to the Resources of the Georgia Tech Library","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EGeorgia Tech and the Georgia Tech Research Institute have a synergistic relationship where the academic side (Georgia Tech) and the applied research side (GTRI) benefit from, and contribute to, each other.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAn underrated component of the GT\/GTRI connection is the Georgia Tech Library. The Library aims to \u201ccreate, maintain and secure for the future an environment where scholars can access the vast digital cloud\u2026.\u201d\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe arduous task of organizing, sorting and searching through that cloud falls on the savvy staff of the library. A couple of whom have as part of their main job duties providing direct and focused help to GTRI\u2019s researchers.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Ch2\u003ERaven Davis: A \u2018Researcher\u2019s Researcher\u2019 for Data Analytics\u003C\/h2\u003E\u003Cp\u003ERaven Davis, the inaugural Research Scientist in Data Analytics at the Georgia Tech Library, is pioneering a path that intersects technology, data, and education. With a background that moved from English-Creative Writing at Agnes Scott College to journalism, and finally to the realm of data analytics, Raven\u0027s journey has been anything but ordinary. Her role at Georgia Tech involves demystifying the complex world of data for\u0026nbsp;faculty as well as students, providing a compass for those navigating the seas of information available.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003ERaven\u0027s journey into data analytics was sparked by her fascination with storytelling and its power to illuminate the human condition. Her academic pursuits, blending creative writing with a keen interest in the narratives data can reveal, led her to explore how information is transformed into actionable insights. This exploration was fueled by a story on a healthcare startup using predictive analytics to combat maternal mortality.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u0022After reading that article, I became interested in the possibilities of using data to improve society,\u0022 said Raven. This epiphany led her to Georgia Tech\u0027s online Masters in Analytics program, a decision that has positioned her at the forefront of the library\u0027s efforts to integrate data analytics into academic research and learning.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u0022I provide course-integrated instruction on data visualization and analytics, as well as workshops on Python and R programming,\u0022 Davis explains. Her approach is hands-on, offering a lifeline to researchers and students who find themselves adrift in the digital age. Whether it\u2019s through email consultation or collaborative sessions, Davis is committed to ensuring that the Georgia Tech community is not just literate, but fluent in the language of data.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003ERaven\u0027s work extends beyond the classroom and consultations; she is actively involved in curating data sets for the library\u0027s repository, ensuring that students and faculty have access to high-quality, relevant data for their research projects. Her initiatives in promoting open data and research transparency are critical in fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration at Georgia Tech.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EBette Finn: A Stalwart Guide Through Information\u2019s Evolution\u003C\/h2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBette Finn, the GTRI Subject Librarian, has witnessed first-hand the digital transformation of the Georgia Tech Library since 1989. Finn\u0027s tenure has seen the library\u0027s database offerings explode from a handful to over 700, a testament to the exponential growth of information and the technology used to harness it. Finn\u0027s role is multifaceted, offering everything from quick assistance by email to in-depth, personalized research consultations.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u0022My services include quick assistance by email, in-depth one-on-one customized assistance, and customized group orientations,\u0022 Finn details. Her expertise in navigating the library\u0027s vast array of databases is a critical asset to the GTRI community, ensuring researchers have access to the most relevant and cutting-edge information available.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFinn\u0027s dedication to her role is fueled by a deep-seated love of learning and a personal connection to Georgia Tech, where her father taught engineering for 29 years. \u0022Working as a librarian at the Georgia Tech Library has always been my dream job,\u0022 she says. Her approach to librarianship is informed by a keen awareness of the transformative power of digital resources, which has revolutionized the way academic libraries support research and learning.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe collaborative efforts of Davis and Finn exemplify the library\u0027s mission to empower the Georgia Tech community with the tools and knowledge necessary to lead in an increasingly data-driven world. While Davis brings a fresh perspective on data analytics and visualization, Finn offers a bridge to the library\u0027s rich reservoir of resources, honed by years of experience and expertise.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETogether, they embody the spirit of innovation that defines Georgia Tech, guiding GTRI researchers through the ever-evolving landscape of information and technology.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EDatabases Available to GTRI Researchers\u003C\/h2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBette Finn provided these links to resources\u0026nbsp;that the GT Library has available for GTRI researchers.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/libguides.library.gatech.edu\/az.php?_gl=1*5aobei*_ga*NjI2OTA5MjguMTcxMTQ0NTEzMA..*_ga_FLTL39B1PG*MTcxMTQ0NTEzMC4xLjEuMTcxMTQ2NzkxNy4xOS4wLjA\u0022\u003Edatabases\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/libguides.library.gatech.edu\/standards\/databases\u0022\u003EStandards\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E","summary":"","format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003ERaven Davis, the inaugural Research Scientist in Data Analytics at the Georgia Tech Library, is pioneering a path that intersects technology, data, and education. 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