Smart Data Analysis and Statistics

We are a consultancy company specialized in epidemiology and biostatistics

Our mission is to provide expert biostatistical support to researchers, organizations, and businesses in the healthcare and life science industries. Through the application of cutting-edge statistical methods and a deep understanding of the latest developments in the field, we strive to help our clients make data-driven decisions that advance their research and improve human health.

Founder & Owner

Thomas Debray is an experienced statistician with a background in academia, specializing in developing methods for risk prediction and meta-analysis. Thomas Debray has dedicated a significant portion of his career to academic research, gaining extensive knowledge and expertise in statistical methodologies for comparative effectiveness and personalized medicine research.

Currently, Thomas Debray operates his own consulting company, providing valuable services primarily to the pharmaceutical industry. The company's focus is on delivering exceptional statistical insights to support informed decision-making based on rigorous data analysis. Driven by a passion for making statistical methodologies more accessible, Thomas Debray aims to explore and promote the practical application of their research beyond academia. He seeks to bridge the gap between theory and practice, ensuring that advanced statistical techniques can be effectively utilized in various industries.

Thomas Debray is recognized as a trusted advisor and educator, known for his ability to convey complex concepts in a clear and understandable manner. His expertise and dedication have made him highly regarded among his peers and clients.

Advisors

Prof. Tim Friede has served as Professor of Biostatistics at the University Medical Center Göttingen since January 2010, where he leads the Department of Medical Statistics. He holds a degree in Mathematics (Dipl.-Math.) from the University of Karlsruhe and a Ph.D. (Dr.sc.hum.) from the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Heidelberg.

In 2001, he began his career in academia as an NHS Training Fellow in Medical Statistics in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Lancaster University, where he was later promoted to Lecturer in Biostatistics. In 2004, he joined Novartis Pharma AG in Basel before transitioning to Warwick Medical School as an Associate Professor of Medical Statistics in October 2006.

In 2014, he earned the “Biometry in Medicine” certificate from the German Society for Medical Informatics, Biometry, and Epidemiology (GMDS) and the German Region of the International Biometric Society (IBS-DR), solidifying his credentials as a trial statistician.

Tim has been a member of the Sino-German Institute for Social Computing (SGISC) since 2015 and joined the SGISC Board of Directors in early 2020. Additionally, he became a member of the Campus Institute Data Science (CIDAS) in 2023.

Our Team

Luigi Riggio

Statistician / Data Scientist

Specialist in oncology & vaccine research. Expert in clinical trials, bioequivalence studies, & allergy/nutrition studies. Proficient in SAS, adaptive trials, & Bayesian analysis. Skilled in statistical methodology, sample size calculations, & data reporting

Scott McDonald, PhD

Biostatistician / Epidemiologist

16+ years of experience in public health. Experienced in the development and application of statistical methods, e.g., Bayesian evidence synthesis, disease burden estimation & dynamic modeling. Conducted numerous epidemiological studies on infectious diseases.

Joana Caldas Magalhaes, PhD

Data Scientist / Biomedical Engineer

I specialize in creating training materials for data analysis and image processing. With expertise in project management and interdisciplinary research, I help teams enhance their technical skills and streamline complex projects efficiently.

Axel Bonacic Marinovic, PhD

Mathematical and Statistical Modeller

With over 20 years of experience spanning epidemiology, biology, astrophysics, and engineering, I specialize in Bayesian methods, dynamic models, and both deterministic and stochastic approaches.

Welling Oei, MD, PhD

Epidemiologist / Medical Doctor

Specialist in infectious diseases and epidemiology with extensive experience in public health, outbreak management, and vaccination campaigns.

The Algorithm Alchemist, MSc

LLM Integration Specialist

Driven by a passion for integrating large language models into real-world applications, I specialize in Python and NLP to develop scalable AI solutions. My expertise lies in optimizing model performance, streamlining inference pipelines, and ensuring seamless deployment.