There is much more information to come regarding these sessions. In the meantime, please review the preliminary information shown below and check back often for updates. 

Special Panel - Responding to Uncertainty in Times of Global Change

NEW IBC FORMAT! This panel discussion focuses on how to respond more proactively and visibly to urgent global challenges such as pandemics, climate change, and artificial intelligence. 

Organizer: Iris Pigeot and Frank Bretz

Speakers:

Cailin O´Connor - Philosopher of social and behavioral science, a philosopher of science, and an evolutionary game theorist, Cailin is the Chancellor’s Professor in the Department of Logic and Philosophy of Science at UC Irvine. Her central research areas are misinformation and other epistemic disfunction, scientific communities, and discriminatory conventions and norms which resulted among others in her book on “The Misinformation Age” that was published with the philosopher James Weatherall. 

Alex John London -  K&L Gates Professor of Ethics and Computational Technologies at Carnegie Mellon University, Alex's work focuses on ethical and policy issues surrounding the development and deployment of novel technologies in medicine, biotechnology and artificial intelligence, on methodological issues in theoretical and practical ethics, and on cross-national issues of justice and fairness. He published a book on “For the Common Good: Philosophical Foundations of Research Ethics”. Moreover, being engaged with policy and oversight concerning innovation in science with a special emphasis on artificial intelligence, health, and biosecurity, he is a member of the WHO Expert Group on Ethics and Governance of AI whose “Guidance on Large Multi-Modal Models” was published in 2024 and whose report “Ethics and governance of artificial intelligence for health” was published in 2021. 

Shlomit Paz - A professor at the University of Haifa, where she leads the Department of Geography and Environmental Studies. She is a climatologist and environmental health researcher who, among other projects, focuses on monitoring and surveillance of vector/water/food-borne diseases outbreaks. Recently she led a large EU project for the European Center for Disease Prevention and Control, Stockholm, on the current and predicted impacts of climate change on vector-borne diseases to support EU countries in improving their preparedness to severe outbreaks in the near future. She is a contributor to the special report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change on the impacts of 1.5ºC warming on human and natural systems. 

Special Invited Session - Spotlight on the Korean Region

A session celebrating our host region, showcasing cutting-edge research and leadership from the Korean biostatistical community.

Organizer: TBD

Speakers: TBD

Biometric Showcase

Highlighting recent advances published in Biometrics, featuring editor-selected talks and discussions with authors.

Organizer: Geert Molenberghs, Hasselt University & KU Leuven

Speakers: TBD

Bioethics Roundtable

A cross-disciplinary discussion exploring ethical considerations in the design, conduct, and interpretation of modern biomedical research, and how to respond more proactively and visibly to urgent global challenges such as pandemics, climate change, and artificial intelligence.

Organizers: Iris Pigeot (German Region) and Frank Bretz (Austro-Swiss Region)

Chair: TBD

Speakers: TBD

ISI Young Ambassador to IBC Showcase

A featured session in partnership with the International Statistical Institute, bridging communities and promoting global statistical collaboration. This session recognizes the winners of the ISI Young Ambassador competition. 

Organizer: Peter Doherty, Executive Director, International Biometric Society

Speakers: TBD

Women in Biostatistics Special Session

A celebration of the achievements and impact of women in biostatistics, with a focus on mentorship, leadership, and future directions.

Organizer: Gabriela Cendoya (Argentinian Region) and Sarah Ratcliffe (ENAR)

Speakers: TBD

JABES Showcase

Highlighting recent advances published in JABES, featuring editor-selected talks and discussions with authors.

Organizer: TBD

Speakers: TBD

Stat In Practice Showcase

An IBC tradition, and open to all attendees. See the Short Course page for details.

Young Researchers Showcase and Panel

Two dedicated sessions to highlight the innovation, challenges, and career paths of the next generation of biometricians—through research presentations and a live career panel.

Organizer: TBD

Speakers: TBD

IBS Regional Networks Showcase

Highlights from the five IBS Regional Networks, showcasing collaborative activities and joint scientific initiatives that strengthen regional ties.

Organizer: TBD

Speakers: TBD

Young Statistician Showcase (YSS) 

Organizer: TBD

Speakers: TBD