The 2021 Bernard G. Greenberg Distinguished Lecture Series Featuring Professor Xihong Lin, Harvard University Lecture 1: May 20, 10-11:00 a.m. Scalable Statistical Inference of Large-Scale Whole Genome Sequencing Studies Big... Read more »
The 2021 Bernard G. Greenberg Distinguished Lecture Series Featuring Professor Xihong Lin, Harvard University Lecture 2: May 20, 3-4 p.m. Large-Scale Hypothesis Testing for Causal Mediation Effects with Applications in Genome-wide Epigenetic Studies In genome-wide epigenetic studies, it is of great scientific interest to assess whether the effect of exposure on a clinical outcome is... Read more »
The 2021 Bernard G. Greenberg Distinguished Lecture Series Featuring Professor Xihong Lin, Harvard University Lecture 3: May 21, 10-11 a.m. Regression Models for COVID-19 Epidemic Dynamics with Incomplete Data Modeling infectious disease dynamics has been critical throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Of particular interest are the incidence, total prevalence, and effective reproductive number (Rt). Estimating these... Read more »
Join the Department of Biostatistics for a Gillings Virtual Reception in conjunction with the Joint Statistical Meetings (JSM) 2021. To join this virtual event, you must register in advance. After... Read more »
Come learn from current Biostatistics students who have been through the application process. Open to all interested/potential applicants to the Gillings School's biostatistics programs. Register in advance. Contact Taylor Krajewski... Read more »
Dr. Evan Mayo-Wilson is an epidemiologist with training and experience in intervention design, evaluation and translation of clinical evidence into policy and practice. His research focuses on evaluating the effectiveness of pharmacological and behavioral interventions; improving methods for clinical trials and systematic review; and developing methods and interventions to increase research tran11sparency and openness. View... Read more »
Gillings students, as part of schoolwide strategic planning, the Gillings School has convened a Practice Task Force, and we need to hear from you! We are seeking your thoughts and ideas on what practice at Gillings should look like in 2028. How can we achieve the greatest impact? What opportunities are we missing? How can... Read more »
Join the NC TraCS Institute for a live training session for Semblie, a free platform for developing digital health interventions. Semblie was designed with the needs of public health researchers and practitioners in mind. This web-based platform makes it easy to create interactive decision aids and tailored health education tools. This session will introduce the... Read more »
Machine learning analysis methods offer the opportunity to integrate and learn from large amounts of biological, clinical, and environmental data. During this session, clinicians and researchers will discuss examples of how machine learning tools have been applied in arthritis and autoimmune disease. This session will feature an overview of machine learning and its application to... Read more »
Machine learning analysis methods offer the opportunity to integrate and learn from large amounts of biological, clinical, and environmental data. During this session, clinicians and researchers will explore the use of machine learning tools and precision medicine techniques in clinical research. This session will feature an overview of machine learning tools in the field of... Read more »
The Canvas Challenge is a multi-module, guided-paced course available fully online on Canvas for Gillings’ teaching faculty. The Challenge affords instructors a collaborative space to refine their pedagogical practices with... Read more »
This symposium is the culmination of the summer research experience for our BUSI interns. It offers them a space to engage with fellow students, faculty, and the community while discussing their research projects. Coffee and light refreshments from Panera Bread will be provided. Flyer 2022 BUSI Research Symposium
This session will cover the scope and requirements of NIH’s new Data Management and Sharing (DMS) Policy that goes into effect on January 25, 2023. Supplementary NIH guidance on the DMS plans required in proposals, data repository selection and allowable costs in proposal budgets will also be reviewed. Some resources and tools to help researchers... Read more »
Save the date for the 28th National Health Equity Research Webcast, “Environmental Justice: The Science, the People, the Politics.” September 16, 2022, 3-4:30 p.m. Free registration opening soon. Subscribe to their... Read more »
Please join the Gillings global health team to learn more about a yearlong funded global health fellowship opportunity with FHI 360. A rep from FHI 360 will discuss the fellowship... Read more »
Join the Department of Biostatistics to hear from a panel of UNC biostatistics alumni about their experiences interviewing for employment opportunities. These alums can answer your questions about what it's like to work in academia, government, industry and non-profit. This informational session is a great opportunity to network and prepare for the job search process.... Read more »
Gillings Research Unit Presents a two-part, virtual, education session on International Research Compliance. They will have speakers from the Export Controls Office, as well as the Office for the Vice Chancellor of Research. Part I speaker: William Bucha Export Compliance Manager UNC Export Compliance Office Division of Institutional Integrity and Risk Management Learn more and... Read more »
Gillings Research Unit Presents a two-part, virtual, education session on International Research Compliance. They will have speakers from the Export Controls Office, as well as the Office for the Vice... Read more »
