Wicked Problems Lab

We assist in understanding, tracking, and addressing some of the world’s biggest challenges.

See our Project Showcase →
A hurricane clous formation photo taken by a satellite.
Wicked Problems Lab We assist in understanding, tracking, and addressing some of the world’s biggest challenges. See our Project Showcase →

Where can we still find old-growth forests? How do we uncover social inequalities—and what can we do to reduce them? What digital tools can help preserve heritage and share community stories?

These are just a few of the urgent, complex challenges we face locally, nationally and globally.

The Wicked Problems Lab can help you understand, track, and tackle big challenges. The lab offers:

  • Cutting-edge software and curated datasets
  • A full-time analyst ready to assist
  • Tools and expertise to address the toughest problems

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Teaching Resources

We focus on developing students’ toolsets which they may apply in a host of real-world situations, including data acquisition, management, and analysis.

Learning Resources

The Wicked Problems Lab provides individual and group training on a host of technologies for the Saint Mary’s community.

Research Resources

Our full-time research analyst is here to help with addressing your Wicked Problem.

Research Project Showcase

Explore projects where we’ve helped researchers and students with their data-driven projects.

News and Events

View a complete list of upcoming events.

About Us

We look to harness the power of data and advanced analysis to address the world’s wicked problems.

The Wicked Problems Lab is generously supported by:
  • The Windsor Foundation
  • The Hewitt Foundation
  • Dr. Daniel McCarthy BComm'76 DComm'11
The Wicked Problems Lab is generously supported by:
  • The Windsor Foundation
  • The Hewitt Foundation
  • Dr. Daniel McCarthy BComm'76 DComm'11