International Day Of Women in Statistics and Data Science

The STRATOS (STRengthening Analytical Thinking for Observational Studies) Initiative is an international collaboration of statistical and methodological experts dedicated to improving the design, conduct, analysis, and reporting of biomedical and observational research. Through accessible guidance documents, recommendations, and educational resources, STRATOS seeks to bridge methodological advances and statistical practice.
Presentations illustrate diverse approaches to improving research quality, including the development of international recommendations for analyzing patient-reported outcomes in oncology trials, innovative strategies for teaching Initial Data Analysis (IDA), consensus-based development of guidance for statistical analysis plans in observational studies, and principled approaches to defining estimands and interpreting quality-of-life outcomes. These examples demonstrate how statistical thinking can improve the transparency, reproducibility, relevance, and interpretability of scientific research.
Together, these talks demonstrate the impact of international collaboration, interdisciplinary research, translating complex statistical concepts into practical tools for researchers. The session also highlights the important leadership role of women statisticians in shaping methodological standards, educational initiatives, and research practices.