The Effective Statistician - in association with PSI

The Effective Statistician - in association with PSI

By Alexander Schacht and Benjamin Piske, biometricians, statisticians and leaders in the pharma industryScienceNatural Sciences
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The Effective Statistician - in association with PSI episodes

  • Statistical Software Engineering
    Interview with Daniel Sabanés Bové

    Key points:

    • Statisticians and software engineering: Learning from software engineering practices to improve statistical work.
    • Daniel Sabanés Bové career path: Transition from biostatistician at Roche to data scientist at Google, and return to healthcare.
    • Software engineering principles: Importance of clean coding, automation, and collaborative development.
    • Coding in the pharma industry: How tech practices can enhance pharmaceutical statistical work.
    • Open-source tools: Utilizing tools like Git and automation workflows to improve efficiency.
    • Automation: Streamlining repetitive tasks to focus on value-adding work.
    • RCONIS: Daniel’s new consulting venture combining statistics and software engineering.
    • Daniel shows how software engineering principles can transform the way statisticians work, offering practical tips to improve coding skills and workflow efficiency. If you're looking to boost your productivity, adopt better coding habits, or learn more about the intersection of tech and pharma, this conversation is full of valuable insights.

      Listen to the full episode now, and if you find it helpful, share it with your friends and colleagues who can benefit from these ideas. Let’s work together to improve and innovate!

      39 min
    • Prediction Modeling
      Interview with Chantelle Cornett

      Key points:

      • Predictive Models: Forecast future outcomes based on historical data.
      • Model Building: Process of analyzing data, training, and testing models.
      • Validation: Ensures model reliability and accuracy.
      • Healthcare Applications: Use in survival rates, treatment responses.
      • Technical Discussion: Pruning models, interpretability, data considerations.
      • Tools: Use of R, Python, SAS for building predictive models.
      • Collaboration: Importance of interdisciplinary work, combining traditional statistics with AI/ML techniques.
      • Chantelle shares valuable insights into building, testing, and validating these models, showing just how powerful and essential they are.

        If you found this discussion insightful, listen to the full episode to dive deeper into the technical details and practical applications of predictive modeling. And if you know others who would benefit from this knowledge, share the episode with them. Let’s spread these valuable insights together!

        27 min
      • How AI Can Help Us with Our Day-to-day Work! Experiences with Copilot
        Interview with Paolo Eusebi

        Key Points:

        • AI in Daily Work
        • GitHub Copilot
        • Code Suggestions
        • Learning Tool
        • R Studio Integration
        • Productivity Boost
        • Data Privacy
        • Future of AI
        • As AI continues to revolutionize the way we work, tools like GitHub Copilot offer incredible opportunities to enhance productivity, simplify complex tasks, and accelerate learning. In this episode, Paolo and I dive into the practical applications of Copilot in our day-to-day work, sharing insights that can benefit statisticians and data scientists alike. Don’t miss out on this valuable discussion!

          Tune in to the episode now, and if you find it helpful, be sure to share it with your friends and colleagues who could also benefit from AI tools like Copilot. Let's spread the knowledge and make work easier for everyone!

          P.S. Don’t miss out on our upcoming Effective Statistician Online Conference: Fall 2024 – Transforming Healthcare!

          Join us this November for an exciting opportunity to unlock the future of medical data with a special focus on RCT vs RWE, AI, and EU HTA. Whether you're looking for free access to keynotes and panel discussions or want to dive deeper with premium workshops on topics like Machine Learning, Data Visualization, and Personal Productivity—there’s something for everyone. Secure your spot now and connect with over 800 professionals from the healthcare industry! Mark your calendars: Nov 7-8 & Nov 11-12, 2024.

          Get more details here and register now!

          22 min
        • Better Delivery of Presentations
          Friday Episodes with Alexander Schacht

          Key Points:

          • Audience focus
          • Practice
          • Setup mastery
          • Slides
          • Engage with slides
          • Stand up
          • Visibility
          • Vocal variety
          • Breathing
          • Gestures
          • Self-assessment
          • Learn how to transform your presentation skills and approach public speaking with confidence and ease. By focusing on your audience, practicing regularly, mastering your setup, and using your voice and gestures effectively, you deliver presentations like a pro.

            Ready to take your skills to the next level? Listen now to get all the insights and tips! If you find this helpful, share this episode with your friends and colleagues who can also benefit from these strategies. Let’s all become better, more effective presenters together!

            Last call for abstract submissions! You can participate in the Fall Conference 2024 for free by submitting an abstract for an 18-minute presentation or a poster. It’s a great chance to present and reuse content relevant to our community of statisticians, data scientists, and programmers in healthcare.

            **📅 Deadline for abstracts: September 15

            **📧 Submit to: [email protected]

            And if presenting isn’t for you, don’t miss out—register now to lock in your early bird price!

            14 min
          • The Best Learnings From One of The Most Influential Statisticians
            Interview with Stephen Senn

            More key points:

            • Role of Luck: Influence of luck in career development.
            • Humility: Importance of staying humble in professional growth.
            • Continuous Learning: Emphasis on lifelong learning and adapting.
            • Career Decisions: Pivotal choices that shaped Stephen Zenn’s career.
            • Insights: Valuable lessons from decades of experience in statistics.
            • Influence: Stephen Zenn’s impact on the field of statistics.
            • Inspiration: Guidance for statisticians at all career stages.
            • As we conclude this insightful episode, Stephen’s reflections remind us to embrace both luck and continuous learning in our careers. His experiences offer valuable lessons that can resonate with statisticians and professionals alike. I encourage you to listen to the full episode to dive deeper into these ideas and draw inspiration for your own journey.

              If you found this conversation valuable, share it with your colleagues and friends. Let’s spread the wisdom and keep the conversation going on how we can all grow and succeed in our careers.

              55 min
            • Crafting Better Slides
              Friday Episode with Alexander Schacht

              Key points:

              • Avoid clutter
              • Separate slide sets
              • Focus on key takeaways
              • Use visuals
              • Engage with storytelling
              • Simplify slide titles
              • Limit bullet points
              • Avoid full sentences
              • Leverage contrast
              • Build step-by-step
              • Strong finish
              • In this episode, I cover essential tips for crafting slides that truly engage and enhance your presentations. By focusing on clarity, visual appeal, and storytelling, you can transform your slides into powerful tools that captivate your audience.

                Don’t let your slides become a distraction—make them work for you! Tune in to the full episode to dive deeper into these strategies, and be sure to share it with friends and colleagues who also want to improve their presentation skills. Together, let’s elevate the way we communicate data and ideas!

                16 min
              • The Role of AI in Clinical Development
                Interview with Francois Vandenhende

                Key points:

                • AI in Clinical Research: Exploring the impact of artificial intelligence on clinical research and development.
                • Francois’ Experience: Insights from Francois, a seasoned expert with nearly 30 years in the pharmaceutical industry.
                • Transition to AI: Francois’ journey from traditional statistical methods to AI and machine learning applications.
                • Digital Twins: Discussion on the role of AI in creating digital twins for predicting patient outcomes.
                • Data Integration: How AI facilitates the integration of structured and unstructured data in clinical studies.
                • Statisticians and AI: The potential for statisticians to leverage AI to drive innovation in healthcare.
                • Future Opportunities: The growing importance of AI in shaping the future of clinical research.
                • AI as a Trend: Understanding why AI is more than just a passing trend in the industry.
                • AI transforms clinical development and offers immense potential, especially for statisticians aiming to make a significant impact in healthcare. Francois shares valuable insights on how AI enhances our work and shapes the future of clinical research.

                  If these possibilities excite you, listen to this episode. Share it with your colleagues and anyone interested in the convergence of AI and clinical research. Let’s spread the word and inspire others to explore how AI can revolutionize our field.

                  30 min
                • Three Areas You Must Address in Your Presentation
                  Friday Episode with Alexander

                  Key points

                  • Resonance: What makes a presentation resonate with the audience?
                  • Memorability: Turning a simple delivery into something unforgettable.
                  • Ethos: Establishing credibility and trust with your audience.
                  • Logos: Presenting logical arguments, data, and evidence.
                  • Pathos: Creating an emotional connection with the audience.
                  • Mastery: How mastering ethos, logos, and pathos enhances presentations.
                  • Influence: Boosting your impact and influence as a statistician.
                  • Conference: Submitting an abstract for the Effective Statistician Conference.
                  • Mastering ethos, logos, and pathos will significantly elevate your presentations and boost your impact as a statistician. These timeless principles enhance your communication and help you connect more deeply with your audience.

                    Listen to this episode to dive deeper into these strategies and start applying them in your own presentations. If you find this episode valuable, share it with your friends and colleagues—let’s spread the knowledge and help each other become more effective communicators.

                    Tune in now and take your presentations to the next level!

                    And don’t miss the chance to submit your abstract for the upcoming Effective Statistician Fall Conference 2024!

                    Email it to [email protected]

                    14 min
                  • Bridging IT and Statistics: A Guide for Statisticians
                    Interview with Pablo Orosco Joerger

                    Key points:

                    Biostatistics and IT Intersection: Exploring the relationship between biostatistics and IT.

                    • Evolution of Technology: Shift from mainframes and standalone PCs to cloud computing.
                    • Role of IT: Importance of IT in supporting statistical practices.
                    • Hardware Requirements: Necessary hardware and software for efficient statistical work.
                    • Data Security: Ensuring secure data handling and compliance with regulations.
                    • Statistical Software: Discussion of tools like SAS, R, and Python.
                    • Collaboration: Importance of effective communication between statisticians and IT professionals.
                    • Challenges: Addressing common issues and misconceptions in the biostatistics-IT interface.
                    • Leadership and Communication: Building trust and understanding between teams.
                    • This episode offers a deep dive into the crucial relationship between biostatistics and IT, packed with practical insights and expert advice from Pablo’s extensive experience. Whether you’re navigating the technical challenges of your role or looking to improve collaboration with IT professionals, this discussion provides valuable takeaways that can elevate your work.

                      Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your understanding—listen to the full episode now. And if you found it helpful, be sure to share it with your friends and colleagues who might benefit from these insights. Together, we can all become more effective statisticians.

                      34 min
                    • 5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Opening PowerPoint
                      Friday Episode with Alexander

                      Key points:

                      • Elevate presentation skills
                      • Ask critical questions
                      • Transform presentations
                      • Inspire action
                      • Influence decision-makers
                      • Communicate complex ideas
                      • Master fundamentals
                      • Effective communication strategy
                      • By asking yourself these five essential questions before you even open PowerPoint, you can create presentations that not only inform but also inspire action. Whether you’re aiming to influence key decision-makers or simply communicate more effectively, this episode provides the tools you need.

                        Don’t miss out—listen now, and be sure to share this episode with your friends and colleagues who could also benefit from mastering these techniques. Together, we can all become more effective communicators.

                        13 min

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