Doctors and Researchers Enhance Skills at ISER-N’s Biostatistics Workshop

Workshop: Building Your Biostatistics Toolbox at ISER-N

May 22–23, 2025 | Fulbari, Chitwan

The Institute for Social and Environmental Research Nepal (ISER-N), in partnership with the University of Michigan School of Public Health, hosted a dynamic two-day workshop titled "Building Your Biostatistics Toolbox" on May 22–23, 2025 at Fulbari, Chitwan. Participants included doctors from Bharatpur Hospital, Chitwan Medical College, and Bakulahar Hospital, along with researchers from academic institutions across Chitwan and ISER-N's in-house research team. The event aimed to enhance their capacity in biostatistical analysis.

Participants of the "Building Your Biostatistics Toolbox" workshop pose for a group photo at ISER-N. The event brought together doctors, statisticians, and public health professionals from across the region.

Dr. Mousumi Banerjee, a Collegiate Research Professor from the University of Michigan, delivers an engaging session on regression modeling and statistical reasoning, joined by active participant’s eager to apply these methods.

Participants applied their learning through hands-on SPSS exercises, supported by ISER-N's technical team led by Mrs. Adina Gurung, Data Manager. The practical sessions focused on linear and logistic regression, facilitating the real-world application of statistical concepts.

Dr. Mousumi Banerjee and ISER-N leadership congratulate participants during the certificate distribution ceremony, celebrating the successful completion of the biostatistics training.