Biostatistics, Epidemiology, Research Design (BERD)
The Biostatistics, Epidemiology, Research Design Core (BERD) was created to enhance clinical and translational research across the NJ ACTS community by providing professional, high quality study design, quantitative and qualitative (mixed methods) data analysis, survey research and data management services, development of innovative methodologies, as well as extensive group and individual training and instruction in biostatistics, epidemiology, and research design. These efforts, while supporting junior faculty and other investigators across the NJ ACTS and larger Rutgers and RWJ Barnabas Health community, were built with a particular focus on ensuring quality skills-based training opportunities for trainees.
BERD Workshop Training Series
Biostatistics, Epidemiology, and Research Design (BERD) Workshops provide educational opportunities for clinical and translational researchers to develop basic skills and understanding in study design and data analysis.
| Date & Time | Title | Presented by |
| 5-30-2024 | An Introduction to Linear Regression with Applications in R View on Cavas For access, contact Natale Mazzaferro at nm482@sph.rutgers.edu |
Nancy Liu ScM Biostatistician for RUBIES |
| 4-25-24 | An Introduction to Epidemiology: Key Measures and Study Designs View on Canvas For access, contact Natale Mazzaferro at nm482@sph.rutgers.edu |
Michelle Bover Manderski, PhD, MPH Assistant Professor of Epidemiology Rutgers School of Public Health Rutgers Institute for Nicotine and Tobacco Studies |
| 3-7-24 | Team Science: Overview and Case Studies from the NJ ACTS Team Science Core View on Canvas For access, contact Natale Mazzaferro at nm482@sph.rutgers.edu |
Ralph A. Gigliotti, PhD Nancy E. Reichman, PhD Daniel B. Horton, MD, MSCE |
| 2-8-24 | Introduction to Biostatistics View on Canvas For access, contact Natale Mazzaferro at nm482@sph.rutgers.edu |
Jaya M. Satagopan, PhD Professor of Biostatistics & Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs Rutgers School of Public Health |
Additional Workshop Resources are available in CANVAS including:
- Setting the Stage: An Introduction to Biostatistics and Epidemiology for Researchers
- Statistical Design Considerations for Randomized and Exploratory Clinical Trials
- Best Practices in Data Management for Researchers
- Introduction to R for Clinical and Translational Research
NJ ACTS Biostatistics and Epidemiology Workshop Series
To access BERD CANVAS content, contact Natale Mazzaferro at nm482@sph.rutgers.edu
BERD Special Guest Lecture Series
| Date & Time | Title | Presented by |
| 1-10-23 | Model-robust and efficient covariate adjustment for cluster-randomized trials |
Bingkai Wang, PhD University of Pennsylvania |
| 12-19-22 11 pm |
Online statistical inference in streaming data: renewability, dependence, and dynamics |
Lan Luo, PhD University of Iowa |
| 12-13-22 11 pm |
Dimension Reduction in Observational Studies of Alzheimer’s Disease |
Sarah Weinstein, MS University of Pennsylvania |
To access this content, contact Jennifer Zabala at zabalaje@shp.rutgers.edu
RUBIES Project Support
Rutgers University Biostatistics & Epidemiology Services (RUBIES) is a center within Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences and the Rutgers School of Public Health that provides fee-for statistical support, including design, programming, data management, and data analysis, to investigators throughout Rutgers University. RUBIES team members complete requested services with the Faculty Director or other associated Faculty members where appropriate.
To request RUBIES services, click here.
To view Our Guide to working with RUBIES, click here
Contact Us:
| Jason Roy, PhD RUBIES Director 732-235-9168 jason.roy@rutgers.edu |
Patricia Greenberg, MS RUBIES Manager 732-235-6093 patricia.greenberg@rutgers.edu |
BERD Recommended Resources
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BERD Mini-Methods Grants - Previously Awarded
| Investigator | Project Title | Year Awarded |
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| Wei (Vivian) Li | Understanding Cell Type Specific Gene Regulatory Networks | 2019 |
| Yaqun Wang | New Statistical Models for Cancer and Precision Medicine Studies with PDX Trial | 2019 |
| Suril Gohel | Multimodal Neuroimaging Based Markers of AD Progression | 2019 |
| Mark McGovern | How Common are Missing Data in HIV RCTs and How is the Problem Handled? Gathering Preliminary Data to Assess the Consequences of Assuming Missing at Random. | 2020 |
| Jaya Satagopan | Statistical and Computational Methods for Evaluating Variation in Survival Across US Counties for Multiple Cancers: The CANSUR Project | 2021 |
Leadership Team
Jason Roy, PhD
Chair and Professor
Dept. of Biostatistics and Epidemiology
Rutgers School of Public Health
Director, Rutgers University Biostatistics and Epidemiology Services Center (RUBIES)
Email: jason.roy@rutgers.edu
Zhi Wei, PhD
Professor & Associate Chair for Graduate Studies
Department of Computer Science
Ying Wu College of Computing
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Email: zhi.wei@njit.edu
Brandon Stewart, PhD
Assistant Professor
Department of Sociology
Department of Politics, Office of Population Research
Princeton University
Email: bms4@princeton.edu
Patricia Greenberg, MS
Manager & Senior Biostatistician
Rutgers University Biostatistics and Epidemiology Services Center (RUBIES)
Email: patricia.greenberg@rutgers.edu
Natale Mazzaferro, MPH
BERD Core Navigator
Rutgers University Biostatistics and Epidemiology Services Center (RUBIES)
Email: nm482@sph.rutgers.edu