Aisha Najera Chesler

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Mathematician
Santa Monica Office

Education

Ph.D. in mathematics, Claremont Graduate University

Overview

Aisha Najera Chesler is a mathematician at the RAND Corporation.  Aisha has a broad experience with mathematical models and simulations. Recent work at RAND has focused on analytical and modeling work for the Army that supports readiness, efficiency, and modernization. She has extensive experience working with data from the Army’s tactical logistics system. She has worked on various business intelligence and data science projects designing metrics and algorithms that provide analytic support to improve supply chain metrics and manage risks. Other engagement areas include Cybersecurity of Supply Chains, Aviation readiness metrics and ERP analytics. 

Prior joining RAND, Aisha was a consultant for IBM Global Business Services supporting ERP implementations and strategic business opportunities for some of IBM’s largest global clients.
Her research interests include military logistics, cyber security, technology, and health policy topics.

Research Focus

Honors & Awards

  • RAND Spotlight award

Languages

Spanish

Commentary

  • Christina Bojorquez and Kimberly Decoursey pitch a tent in their encampment next to a freeway in Los Angeles, California, October 14, 2019, photo by Lucy Nicholson/Reuters

    Unaccompanied Women Become an Official Homeless Subpopulation in LA County

    Unaccompanied homeless women are more likely to be chronically homeless, to have mental illness, to have work limitations, and are older than other subgroups. LA County is now recognizing them as a subgroup in the official homeless count. And an assessment will be conducted to identify this group's unique needs.

    Nov 23, 2020 The RAND Blog

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    After COVID-19: Prevent Homelessness Among Survivors of Domestic Abuse

    Without assistance, domestic violence survivors are more likely to be forced into homelessness. Now could be the time to invest in programs that help victims—before a second wave of COVID-19 cases pushes more families into unsafe environments.

    Jul 2, 2020 The RAND Blog