Workshop: Statistical Models and Methods for Real-World Applications

Workshop Title: Statistical Models and Methods for Real-World Applications

• Date: 13 June 2025
• Time: 10.00 - 17.00
• Location: Technological University Dublin, Central Quad (Grangegorman campus)

This one-day workshop brings together academic and industry experts from Ireland and abroad to discuss recent advances in statistical modelling and methodology. The focus is on techniques inspired by and applied to real-world challenges, with particular emphasis on biomedical and pharmaceutical research.

The event will be especially relevant to graduate students, early-career researchers, academic staff offering an excellent platform for learning, networking, and knowledge exchange.

Invited Speakers include:

• Prof. John Hinde (University of Galway, Ireland): A Medley of Mixtures
• Prof. Geert Molenberghs (Hasselt & KU Leuven, Belgium): Evaluation of Surrogate Endpoints in Clinical Trials
• Prof. Jochen Einbeck (Durham University, UK): Statistical Modelling in Biological Dosimetry
• Prof. Claire Gormley (University College Dublin, Ireland): Bayesian Partial Least Squares for Predicting Milk Traits
• Dr. Reza Drikvandi (Durham University, UK): Nonlinear Mixed-Effect Models with Misspecified Random Effects Distribution
• Theodoulos Rodosthenous (Novartis): From Data to Decision: Leveraging Multi-Modal Data in Clinical Development

Registration is required via Eventbrite and includes a registration pack, refreshments, and a sit-down lunch.
The full programme will be shared with registered participants ahead of the event.

For more information, please contact the organiser: Dr. Lida Fallah – lida.fallah@tudublin.ie