A conference devoted to nonclinical biostatistics will take place October 13–15 at the Connelly Conference Center at Villanova University in Villanova, Pennsylvania. The conference is jointly organized by statisticians from industry, academia, and the FDA in collaboration with the department of mathematics at Villanova.

The conference theme is “Nonclinical Statistics—Building Continuity from Discovery Through Manufacturing.”

The conference will provide a venue for the presentation and discussion of scientific and statistical issues relevant to nonclinical biostatistics. Registration and a call for abstracts will open February 15. All information, key dates, and registration materials will be posted as they become available.

Questions, suggestions, and comments may be directed to paul.r.mcallister@gsk.com.