Community Spotlight

What’s In a Name? DIA Statistics Community and DIA Women in Life Sciences Community Are Changing Names!

Joan Buenconsejo
DIA Statistics and Data Science Community Chair
Shiela Mahoney
DIA Diversity and Inclusion Community Chair
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ith this announcement and an explanation of the rationale that spurred these name changes we hope to create awareness and attract individuals who are interested in fostering innovation and thought leadership in data science or who wish to lend their expertise to moving toward greater diversity in all things healthcare.

With the explosion in data and computing power, there is a need to advance quantitative methodologies for analysis and interpretation of the data, and to partner with different stakeholders to define wicked problems to solve, to improve decision making, and be able to act rapidly when needed. Likewise, diversity and inclusion in healthcare – whether it be at the patient, clinical, or corporate level – cannot be left to chance. A well-functioning healthcare ecosystem that recognizes differences and is culturally competent to serve everyone equally allows individuals to feel respected and valued. Collaborating with people with different expertise and skill sets is key to igniting these important changes in both areas.

DIA Statistics and Data Science Community

The DIA Statistics Community is changing its name to DIA Statistics and Data Science Community. Our aim is to broaden the pool of scientists so that, collectively, we can develop and advance science faster and tackle bigger problems more efficiently. We are seeking individuals who are interested in fostering innovation and who have expertise in various areas related to data sciences to join our community. If you are interested in joining, please reach out to Joan Buenconsejo at Joan.Buenconsejo@astrazeneca.com.

DIA Diversity and Inclusion Community

DIA is pleased to announce the new DIA Diversity and Inclusion Community (formerly known as the DIA Women in Life Sciences Community), dedicated to fostering thought leadership in achieving diversity in clinical trials and diversity at a corporate level. Previously known as the Women in Life Sciences Community, participants felt strongly that the community goals needed to broaden to include all voices in order to fully explore the complex issue of diversity and inclusion in healthcare. If you are interested in joining this exciting and relevant effort, please contact Sheila Mahoney at sheila@lifescihub.com.

DIA Communities

DIA has always been a place for collaboration and learning. It provides a forum for regulators, industry and academia to share their knowledge and explore new frontiers in the development of medical products. DIA’s focus on healthcare policy and regulatory science, its global presence and neutral forums allow members to openly and collaboratively discuss and problem-solve global and local challenges facing the life sciences fields in an increasingly more complex and interconnected world.