The Biometrics Section announces its sponsored invited sessions for JSM 2013 and encourages members to submit abstracts for contributed and topic-contributed sessions. Also, the section invites applications for funding to support innovative outreach projects focused on enhancing awareness of biostatistics among U.S. students.
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Topic-Contributed Session Proposals Wanted for JSM
The Biometrics Section is seeking proposals for JSM sessions, as well as applications for funding to support outreach projects focused on enhancing awareness of biostatistics among quantitatively talented U.S. students.
NSF Funding Opportunities of the CDS&E-MSS Program
The Division of Mathematical Sciences at the National Science Foundation launched a new program called Computational and Data-Enabled Science and Engineering in Mathematical and Statistical Sciences (CDS&E-MSS) in October 2011 to promote the creation and development of the next generation of mathematical and statistical theories and methodologies that will be essential for addressing computational or big-data challenges in various sciences, engineering, and education. Read on to learn about the type of projects funded.
Call for Late-Breaking Sessions, Newsletter Readers
Proposals for JSM late-breaking sessions should be submitted by April 13. Also, the section’s newsletter editors give 10 reasons why everyone should read the SRMS newsletter.
Invited Session, Short Course Proposals Wanted
The Section on Bayesian Statistical Science plans to sponsor a number of invited sessions and short courses during JSM 2011 and is seeking proposals.
Proposals Sought for Late-Breaking JSM Sessions
JSM Program Committee members hold back two invited session slots for late-breaking talks. ASA members are encouraged to submit a proposal for one of these sessions by April 17.
NSF, CBMS Announce Conference Series
The National Science Foundation will hold six conferences jointly with the Conference Board of the Mathematical Sciences in the spring and summer of 2010. Proposals for these conferences, which aim to stimulate interest and activity in mathematical research, will be accepted until April 23.
Contributed Papers Sought for Methodology Symposium
The 2010 International Methodology Symposium, titled “Social Statistics: The Interplay Among Censuses, Surveys, and Administrative Data,” will take place at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, from October 26–29.