Manuel de Faria

Manuel de Faria is a Research Fellow in Data Analytics and Visualisation at the UCL Institute for Innovation and Public Purpose (IIPP), part of The Bartlett Faculty of the Built Environment at University College London. A Brazilian economist from Rio de Janeiro, he is deeply committed to building long-term institutional capacity within the public sector.

Education

• Currently pursuing a Master of Public Policy and Economics at Princeton University

Research Interests

Manuel's research focuses on the application of data analytics and visualization in public policy. His work spans several key areas including:

• Data Analytics
• Data Visualization
• Public Policy
• Economics
• Health Policy
• Infrastructure Policy

Professional Background

Manuel previously contributed to the Institute for Health Policies Studies (IEPS) aiding policymakers in improving the governance of the public health system. His professional background includes research assistance at the Harvard Kennedy School, policy making at Rio de Janeiro's Transportation Secretary, and private consulting on infrastructure policies.