Overview
The Nepal Health Economics Association (NHEA) invites applications from interested candidates for a two-day hands-on training workshop on “Building Your Biostatistics Toolbox” led by the esteemed Prof. Mousumi Banerjee from the University of Michigan.
Workshop details:
- Title: Building Your Biostatistics Toolbox
- Date: May 19–20, 2025
- Time: May 19: 0900-1715, May 20: 0900-1500)
- Venue: Auditorium Hall, 3rd Floor, Nepal Eye Hospital, Tripureshwor, Kathmandu
- Instructor: Prof. Mousumi Banerjee, University of Michigan
Course focus: This intensive workshop will cover key biostatistical methods, including:
Linear Regression
- Simple & multiple linear regression
- Model fitting
- Estimation and hypothesis testing
- Confounding and effect modification
- Scientific interpretation of data
Model Selection and Analysis
- Models for inference vs. prediction
- Model selection, model diagnostics
- Multicollinearity, outliers, and influence diagnostics
- Missing data
Logistic Regression
- Simple and multiple logistic regression
- Odds and odds ratio, relative risk vs. odds ratio
- Categorical and continuous covariates
- Interpretation of coefficients
- Model fit diagnostics, model selection
- Prediction using logistic regression
Eligibility: At least a Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, economics and health sciences or related field with demonstrated experience in biostatistics, epidemiology, health economics, or public health research.
There is no application or registration fee for this course.
Application Form: [Google Form]
Google Form
Forms must be submitted before 13 May 2025 (CoB). Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for participation. For any inquiries, please contact the Nepal Health Economics Association (sumansapkota178 @ gmail.com (Only for course-related inquiries).
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- Priority Infectious Diseases for Community-Based Surveillance in Nepal
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- Political declaration of the fourth high-level meeting of the General Assembly on the prevention and control of NCDs and the promotion of mental health and well-being
- Kathmandu Declaration: Financing for Universal Health Coverage
