SSA Western Australia Branch

[EVENT] Perth Biostats/Bioinfo Meetup. Join us on 10 June for 2 speakers: Drs Yunwei Zhang (Variable Selection in Survival Analysis) and Chuck Herring (Human Prefrontal Cortex Gene Regulatory Dynamics from Gestation to Adulthood) statsoc.org.au/event-6196701 @StatSocAus @SSA_BnB

Personal Journey Of Eric Sowey: A Webinar by Early Career & Student Statisticians Network and History Standing Committee of SSA 📅2:00pm-3:00PM | Thursday, 5 June 2025 🚩Online More info and registration: statsoc.org.au/event-6076690

[EVENT] Join us for our Early Career & Student Statisticians Evening on TUE 13 May. We'll hear from 2024 Honours Scholarship Winners: Jacinta Jaarola (Curtin) and Maxwell Dix-Matthews (UWA). Drinks/pizza provided! Please register statsoc.org.au/event-6158804 @StatSocAus @ssa_ecssn

Call for submissions: Africa special issue We are seeking contributions primarily by African statisticians and data scientists, but any high quality submission will be considered if it addresses issues faced by African communities and organisations ow.ly/VHtK50UQagX

**#BayesComp2025 Updates** Registration and contributed talk/poster submissions are NOW OPEN! Get your abstracts in by Feb 17 & get early bird discounts until March 15. Join us at @NUSingapore on June 16-20! bayescomp2025.sg #Statistics #MachineLearning #NUS @ISBA_events

It's something many in the mathematical & data sciences aren't thinking about when it comes to #AI - but should: the law! Catch our special 2-part series as we dig into the unexpected ways that AI & the law intersect. Search your pod app for The Random Sample or scan the QR👇

Are you an early or mid-career #statistician looking for support to grow and develop your #career? Or, are you a more experienced statistician looking to share your #knowledge with a new generation? #Mentoring Apply today: lnkd.in/ef32xG6f

It's been two years since ChatGPT was first released. Since then, the #AI landscape has shifted dramatically. In our latest episode, Prof Simon Angus from @TheRealSodaLabs at @MonashBusiness helps us navigate what’s new & what we should be thinking about as AI continues evolve.

Abstract submission for the 14th International Conference on Bayesian Nonparametrics (BNP14), which will take place at UCLA in Los Angeles from June 23-27, 2025, is now open bnp14.org/submissions/ Deadline: 15th December.

The EnviBayes section of the International Society for Bayesian Analysis (ISBA) is pleased to announce its student paper competition. Deadline: The application deadline is January 15, 2025. All materials must be submitted by email to: cberrett@stat.byu.edu.

@j_ISBA is thrilled to announce that the "Bayesian Young Statisticians Meeting (BAYSM) 2025* will be held online from 7-11 April 2025 Abstract submissions are now open (untile Janury 15th 2025): baysm2025.github.io<urldefense.com/v3/__https://u…$>.*

📢 Don’t Miss the ECSSC 2024 Conference! 📢 Whether you’re a #student, an early career #statistician, or an established professional, this #conference offers a fantastic opportunity to connect, find #mentorship, and share cutting-edge ideas in #statistics. ecssc2024.netlify.app

🎉 Calling All Early to Mid-Career Developers and Researchers! 🎉 The #Statistical #Computing and #Visualisation Section of SSA is thrilled to announce the 2024 Venables #Award! Are you creating impactful, open-source software in #datascience or #statistics? Submit today!

🌟 Join SSA's Mentoring Program! 🌟 #Mentorship offers growth, confidence, and connections. Ready to take the next step? Learn more here: statsoc.org.au/Mentoring #Mentoring #SSA #ProfessionalGrowth #Networking

[EVENT] Join us on 12 NOV for our last WA Branch meeting for 2024. We're meeting at @MurdochUni to hear Adam Bretherton @QUTDataScience speak on "Flexible Transformations for #Bayesian Score Calibration" statsoc.org.au/event-5908105 @StatSocAus @BayesSsa @ssa_ecssn

WA Branch End-of-Year Function is on TUE 19 NOV. We'll join delegates of the @OfficialECSSC Perth Hub for an informal evening over drinks and nibbles. Branch members will enjoy subsidised entry that includes one complimentary drink. statsoc.org.au/event-5922198 @StatSocAus @ssa_ecssn

Our 3-part series on "Navigating the World of Academic Publishing" is now out! Whether you're new to this world, or experienced, there's something in it for you - with expert guests: 🟢@UniMelb Prof Peter Taylor 🟢Prof @XiaoLiMeng1 from @TheHDSR 🟢@QUT Prof @aidybarnett

🚀 Exciting Opportunity at SSA! 🚀 We’re looking for a dynamic Membership & Communications Officer to join our team with flexible working conditions. If you are passionate about community engagement and communication, this role is perfect for you. seek.com.au/job/79322195

Just out - our episode just recorded at the @WimsigAU 2024 Conference! The WIMSIG conference celebrates the achievements of women, trans & gender diverse people in the mathematical sciences. Our guests: Professors @JessicaSPurcel1, Lesley Ward, @JenniferFlegg & host @Sevvandik

Join Our Team at SSA! We're seeking a #Membership & #Communications #Officer to bring energy and expertise to our team. If you're passionate about community engagement and communication, this could be your perfect role! Learn more and apply here: seek.com.au/job/79322195 #Hiring