Biostatistics, Epidemiology, Research & Design Core (BERD)
NNE-CTR Biostatistics, Epidemiology, Research & Design Core
Supporting NNE-CTR members throughout the entire research continuum.
Our Services and Levels of Support
The Idea Phase
We can help you develop research questions & hypotheses, establish collaborative teams, evaluate the literature, identify helpful resources.
The Design Phase
We advise on IRB and IACUC applications, develop databases, develop protocols, and identify effective sample sizes and measurements.
The Funding Phase
We offer advice on relevant funding sources, developing grant timelines, and guidance through grant applications.
The Research Phase
We offer advice on the research process, we consult on data collection and management, and advice to help you track and report on study progression.
The Analysis Phase
We offer consultation on appropriate statistical methods, support with data analysis, and we train on statistical and analytical software.
The Reporting Phase
We offer advice with manuscript, presentation, and poster preparations, consult on proper citation formats, and offer support with effective data visualization.
Ready for a free consultation?
From study design all the way through to statistical analysis, data visualization, and reporting, our BERD team can assist you with your research project.
If you would like a free consultation with our BERD team members, please consult the team roster below, and reach out to the core lead from your institution. Give them an overview of what you might be looking for assistance with, and they can connect you with the right support!
BERD Core Team
BERD Core Team
| Name | Role | Institution |
|---|---|---|
| Susan Santangelo, ScD | Core Lead | MaineHealth Institute for Research |
| Paige Ahrens, MS, CRC | Biostatistician/Research Navigator (MHIR) | MaineHealth Institute for Research |
| Emmaline Ashe, MPH | Research Navigator | MaineHealth Institute for Research |
| Wendy Craig, PhD | Research Navigator | MaineHealth Institute for Research |
| Amy Haskins, PhD | Research Navigator | MaineHealth Institute for Research |
| Kim Murray, MPP | Data Analyst | MaineHealth Institute for Research |
| Deanna Williams, BA | Research Navigator | MaineHealth Institute for Research |
| Matt Williams, BS | Cloud Engineer | MaineHealth Institute for Research |
| Nikko Zurawski, MBA | Cloud Engineer | MaineHealth Institute for Research |
| Peter Callas, PhD | Core Co-Lead | University of Vermont Larner College of Medicine |
| Derek Devine, MS | Biostatistician/Research Navigator | University of Vermont Larner College of Medicine |
| Jonathan Emery, MS | Biostatistician/Research Navigator | University of Vermont Larner College of Medicine |
| Shamima Khan, PhD | Biostatistician/Research Navigator | University of Vermont Larner College of Medicine |