SMART Lab

The Social (And Traditional) Media Analytics and Research Tools Lab

Services

SMART Lab offers a diverse set of services designed to cater to both academic and industry needs:

Data Scraping & Mining

Access to extensive social media data from platforms like Twitter/X, Facebook, Instagram, and more. We also mine traditional media sources including web, print, and broadcast media.

Research Support

Assistance with the design and execution of media-based research, providing expertise in data acquisition and analysis.

Training & Workshops

Opportunities for students and faculty to gain hands-on experience with media data through courses, workshops, and events.

Industry Insights

Tailored media analysis for businesses, helping brands understand consumer sentiment, measure their footprint and assess consumer engagement.

Mission

SMART Lab empowers interdisciplinary research, education, and public engagement by providing centralized access to media data and advanced analytics. Through our tools and expertise, we help researchers, students, and businesses address complex challenges, fostering a more informed and connected society

Ryan Tan holds a drone

Co-Directors

Collaborate with Us

Address: 310 Andersen Hall
Email: smartlab@unl.edu