Bianca Schutz

Hi! I'm Bianca, a recent Rice University Political Science graduate and a current UT Austin graduate student. I'm passionate about transforming complex datasets into clear, accessible stories driven by data visualization, with the goal of shaping informed policy decisions and keeping government accountable.

Currently

Working with the Human Rights Statistics Unit within the OHCHR Innovation and Analytics Hub
Master of Science in Data Science Student at the University of Texas at Austin

Publications

Accountability and Transparency in Texas Opioid Settlement Spending

Baker Institute of Public Policy

October 2025

In Texas, millions of dollars have been distributed to local governments to address opioid-related harms. A third of these funds remain untouched.

Liquified Natural Gas in Texas

Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts

September 2024

A brief on the growth of the liquified natural gas (LNG) industry in Texas, such as export locations for Texas LNG, the history of the industry, and existing/under-construction facilities.

How Available is Over-The-Counter Naloxone in Houston?

Baker Institute for Public Policy

February 2024

Following the FDA approval of over-the-counter naloxone, access in the Houston area is still limited, as most locations required pharmacist assistance to purchase.

Ciganos in Rio During the Time of the King

ImagineRio

December 2023

An exploration of the role of Romani people in Rio de Janeiro during the Portuguese Court's stay in the early 19th century, focusing specifically on perspectives of contemporary writers and artists.