SoDa labs
SoDa Laboratories
We're an empirical research laboratory associated with Monash University's Department of Economics and Department of Econometrics and Business Statistics. We apply new tools from data science, machine learning, and beyond to answer social science questions.
Our events
Our wide range of events include the SoDa Labs Webinar, Applied Young Economists Webinar, reading group, workshops and short courses.
About us
We present social science insights drawing on alternative data, with expertise and interest in satellite imagery, internet activity, text-as-data, and more.
Our people
We attract academics from around the world who are passionate about using data-driven social science insights to create real-world impact.
Our projects
Learn about our latest projects, including the internet’s role in political mobilization, governments using diversionary tactics during times of domestic turmoil, and using data to predict the likelihood of social unrest.
Publications and working papers
Our high calibre work appears in some of the world’s leading journals. Learn more about our world-class research.
Apps and tools
Our assets include the global event internet monitoring tool IP Observatory, and a range of internet and social media analysis tools.
SoDa on demand
See and hear our academics in action as they create, lead and moderate platforms for world-class research and thought leadership.
SoDa Initiatives
We make a real-world impact through our partner web applications and sites, and an evolving suite of collaborations with government and industry.
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IP Observatory
Monitoring internet availability and quality during critical events such as elections, natural disasters or conflict.
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data|in|space
Easy access to geospatial and non-traditional data sets for standard statistical software packages.
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KASPR Datahaus
Using data to develop products and insights about human behaviour and economic activity.
