Biostatistics, Epidemiology & Research Design

The Biostatistics, Epidemiology, and Research Design (BERD) program is a statewide program that gives investigators centralized access to the biostatistics and bioinformatics programs at Indiana University, Purdue University, and the University of Notre Dame.

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Centralized Access to Resources

Through BERD you have easy access to:

• Experts in study design, innovative biostatistical methods, statistical genetics, epidemiology, bioinformatics, and computational biology across the state
• Study design and development optimization
• Advanced data management and analyses services for your funded projects
• Percent effort and fee-for-service statistical analyses

Get Education & Training

• We offer educational and training opportunities, including continuing medical education (CME) courses in biostatistics and bioinformatics for all audiences – not just physicians. Both introductory online courses and more advanced in person courses are available.
• Biostatistics-related education is also available for groups upon request.