Research Data Analyst Rouzbeh Rahai works at the intersection of data and policy to answer longitudinal questions about student experiences and program participation at the state and local levels. His work makes empirical evidence on student outcomes accessible and actionable for stakeholders, for example, by visualizing findings geographically or translating numerical results into meaningful units. He authors research briefs and helps develop data tools that inform policy by clarifying trends and gaps in the education and workforce landscape. Rouzbeh is also a PhD candidate in Design and Environmental Analysis at Cornell University, where he focuses on preparing schools for environmental change and supporting the health and well-being of students and school personnel.