As the analytical and consultative arm of The GUIDON, Research and Development (R&D) aims to leverage data for the improvement of internal processes within the organization. R&D develops data-driven solutions that support The GUIDON by collecting and analyzing both quantitative and qualitative data on issues within and beyond the publication. R&D staffers are expected to be inquisitive and understanding of data and its implications, and most importantly, compassionate towards the people behind the numbers that they calculate.