Instats is a provider of training in scientific research, especially in the use of various software and methods of statistical data processing.
UM Faculty of Education is a partner institution with Instats, so staff receive a 30% discount on training courses.
Below are some upcoming livestreaming seminars at Instats which may be of interest to you. The University of Maribor is an institutional partner of Instats, so if you register for any Instats livestreaming or on-demand seminars using your university/organisational email address, you will automatically receive 30% off. Enjoy!
Leadership in Statistics (Free Seminar) with American Statistical Association – Livestreaming Sep 11 – Sep 11
Leadership in statistics extends far beyond formal titles or supervisory roles. Although l[color=rgb(36, 36, 36)]eadership is often seen as a position within an organization that requires supervising or managing staff, in the words of John C.
Data Wrangling in R with Copilot with Fodil Ihaddaden – Livestreaming Sep 16 – Sep 17
This one-day seminar provides a comprehensive exploration of data wrangling in R with Copilot, focusing on the `data.table` package to enhance data analysis skills through fast, robust, and efficient data manipulation techniques.
Bayesian Phylogenetics with BEAST2 with Joëlle Barido-Sottani – Livestreaming Sep 18 – Sep 20
This two-day seminar provides a comprehensive introduction to Bayesian phylogenetics using the powerful BEAST2 software, focusing on building phylogenies and estimating evolutionary dynamics while incorporating prior knowledge and uncertainty.
Applied Bayesian Modeling in Python with Chris Fonnesbeck – Livestreaming Sep 19 – Sep 20
This seminar introduces Bayesian statistics and hierarchical modeling using PyMC, taking participants through the complete workflow from basic regression to more sophisiticated multi-level models.
Self-Determination Theory for Research and Interventions with Marylène Gagné – Livestreaming Sep 22 – Sep 24
This 2-day seminar is designed to enhance participants’ understanding and application of Self-Determination Theory (SDT) across various fields including psychology, education, organization science, and public health.
Predicting Network Structure with Hypergraphs with Moses Boudourides – Livestreaming Sep 23 – Sep 26
This comprehensive seminar explores the advanced study of hyperlink prediction within hypergraphs, exploring foundational theories and innovative methodologies relevant for complex networks.
Analyzing Intensive Longitudinal Data with Scott Colwell – Livestreaming Sep 23 – Sep 24
This hands-on workshop teaches researchers how to analyze intensive longitudinal data (diary and ESM/EMA data) to uncover within-person processes, temporal dynamics, and contextual effects that cross-sectional designs cannot detect.
Surveying Sex, Gender and Sexuality with Kirstie Ken English – Livestreaming Sep 25 – Oct 3
This seminar introduces participants to issues surrounding the ways that sex, gender and sexuality are represented in surveys—using UK surveys as exemplars.
AI-Powered multiOmics Data Analysis with Nikolay Oskolkov – Livestreaming Sep 25 – Sep 26
This workshop presents AI‑powered strategies for pre-processing, integrating and modeling multi‑omics datasets (genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics and single‑cell), covering filtering, imputation, batch correction, unsupervised and supervised integration, and rigorous evaluation on independent cohorts.
Deep Learning for Complex Datasets with ChatGPT with Nikolay Oskolkov – Livestreaming Sep 26 – Sep 26
This intensive workshop provides a comprehensive exploration of deep learning applications for scientific research, with examples and practical techniques applied to complex datasets.
Seminal Ideas and Controversies in Statistics (Free Seminar) with Roderick Little – Livestreaming Sep 27 – Sep 28
This seminar, professor Roderick Little delves into the pivotal ideas and debates that have shaped statistical science, providing participants with a comprehensive understanding of key methodologies and their historical context.
Causal Mediation Analysis with Paola Zaninotto & Martin Danka – Livestreaming Oct 1 – Oct 2
This two-day seminar provides a comprehensive exploration of causal mediation analysis, emphasizing strong theoretical foundations and practical applications for researchers in diverse fields.
Advanced Network Analysis: Exponential Random Graphs with Basak Taraktas – Livestreaming Oct 1 – Oct 3
This seminar provides a comprehensive exploration of Exponential Random Graph Models (ERGMs) for advanced network analysis, equipping participants with the ability to model and interpret complex network data.
Causal Machine Learning with Melvyn Weeks – Livestreaming Oct 6 – Oct 8
This seminar provides an in-depth exploration of causal machine learning, equipping participants with sophisticated techniques to differentiate causation from correlation using modern machine learning tools integrated with robust econometric methods.
Bioacoustics Data Analysis using R with Marcelo Araya-Salas – Livestreaming Oct 6 – Oct 11
This comprehensive seminar introduces participants to bioacoustics data analysis using the R programming environment, focusing on mastering tools for managing, processing, and interpreting complex acoustic datasets.
What is GIS? (Free Seminar) with Nick Bearman – Livestreaming Oct 7 – Oct 8
This seminar provides a comprehensive introduction to geospatial information systems (GIS), exploring fundamental concepts, spatial data sources, and software tools applicable across various research fields.
Communicating Statistical Information (Free Seminar) with American Statistical Association – Livestreaming Oct 10 – Oct 10
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Genomics for Ecological and Evolutionary Studies with Giulio Formenti & Guido Gallo – Livestreaming Oct 14 – Oct 18
[highlight=transparent]This introductory workshop shows how to effectively use genomic approaches in ecological and evolutionary studies, offering participants both theoretical foundations and practical skills in DNA sequencing and bioinformatics.
Successful Qualitative Research with David Silverman – Livestreaming Oct 15 – Oct 17
This workshop provides a unique opportunity to refine and elevate your research by discovering extraordinary realities in what appear to be ordinary practices.
ASSON 2025 National Statistics Student Conference with American Statistical Association – Livestreaming Oct 15 – Oct 16
The Association of Statistics Students of Nigeria (ASSON) National Statistics Student Conference is a free, one-day virtual event in collaboration with the American Statistical Association (ASA) brings together undergraduate statistics students from across Nigeria and beyond to explore the powerful role of statisticians in today’s digital world..
Applied Longitudinal Data Analysis with Han Du – Livestreaming Oct 17 – Oct 18
Longitudinal data facilitates exploring intra-individual change over time and differences across people in these changes.
AI-Powered Business Analytics for Researchers with Martin Qiu – Livestreaming Oct 17 – Oct 18
This four-session workshop bridges the gap between established research methods and modern business-analytics techniques.
Inventory Optimization with Python with Isik Bicer – Livestreaming Oct 21 – Oct 23
This two-day seminar provides an in-depth exploration of inventory optimization, offering participants the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to address complex inventory challenges using Python.
Introduction to QGIS & Spatial Data with Nick Bearman – Livestreaming Oct 21 – Oct 23
This two half day workshop provides a comprehensive introduction to QGIS and spatial data analysis, equipping researchers with the essential skills to handle and visualize spatial data effectively.
The Critical Incident Technique (CIT) with Helen Spencer-Oatey – Livestreaming Oct 22 – Oct 24
This three-day workshop offers an in-depth exploration of the Critical Incident Technique, an essential qualitative research methodology for uncovering significant events that influence outcomes or behaviors.
Integration in Mixed Methods Research: Principles and Practices with Sergi Fabregues – Livestreaming Oct 23 – Oct 23
This seminar offers an in-depth exploration of integration in mixed methods research, teaching participants how to effectively integrate qualitative and quantitative data to enhance their research outcomes.
StatKey – Free Online Statistics App (Free Seminar) with Robin Lock & Patti Frazer Lock – Livestreaming Oct 23 – Oct 23
StatKey is a free, web-based statistics app that requires no downloads or registration and supports general data exploration and simulation-based inference—enabling instructors and researchers to explore summary statistics and visualizations, sampling distributions, resampling methods (bootstrapping intervals and randomization tests), and visual inference with minimal technical barriers.
Ethnography in Risky Settings with Tobias Marschall – Livestreaming Oct 23 – Oct 25
This workshop examines the ethical and political demands of ethnography in risky settings, where danger and uncertainty often push work beyond procedural ethics.
Energy Poverty, Health and Wellbeing with Apostolos Davillas & Andrew Burlinson – Livestreaming Oct 23 – Oct 24
In recent years, the world has faced significant energy price shocks, which have fueled concerns about energy poverty and household debt.
Principles of Research Design (Free Seminar) with Bob Hancké – Livestreaming Oct 24 – Oct 24
This one-day seminar provides PhD students, academics, and professional researchers from various social science disciplines with essential strategies for developing robust and impactful research projects.
ChatGPT for Analyzing Unstructured Text with Loreta Isaraj – Livestreaming Oct 29 – Oct 30
This seminar offers an exploration into the transformative role of ChatGPT and other Large Language Models in data extraction from unstructured text, specifically designed for the social and health sciences.
Advanced QGIS: Spatial Analysis with Nick Bearman – Livestreaming Oct 29 – Oct 30
This intensive seminar provides a deep dive into advanced spatial analysis techniques using QGIS, aimed at enhancing research capabilities in various academic fields.
Researching Crowdfunding with Douglas Cumming – Livestreaming Oct 29 – Nov 26
This comprehensive seminar delves into the intricacies of crowdfunding, focusing on rewards, equity, and debt-based models, providing a deep understanding of their operations, challenges, and opportunities within the financial ecosystem.
Generative AI for Data Analysis with Kimberly Fessel – Livestreaming Oct 31 – Oct 31
This workshop teaches practical, research-focused applications of generative AI—integrating ChatGPT with Jupyter/Python—to accelerate exploratory data analysis, data cleaning, visualization, and synthetic data generation for teaching purposes.
Introduction to Mixed Methods Research: From Theory to Practice with Sergi Fabregues – Livestreaming Nov 6 – Nov 8
This seminar provides a comprehensive introduction to mixed methods research, integrating both qualitative and quantitative approaches to offer a deeper understanding of complex research questions.
Social Network Analysis: From Basics to ERGM with Antonio Zinilli – Livestreaming Nov 6 – Nov 8
This seminar provides an in-depth exploration of Social Network Analysis using R, guiding participants from foundational concepts to advanced ERGM techniques.
ChatGPT with Stata: Panel Data Analysis with Tor Georg Jakobsen – Livestreaming Nov 11 – Nov 12
Learn how to unlock the power of panel data—datasets that track individuals, firms, or countries over time i.
Introduction to Spatial Data and R as a GIS with Nick Bearman – Livestreaming Nov 12 – Nov 13
This two half-day seminar provides a comprehensive introduction to using R as a GIS tool for spatial data analysis, focusing on importing, managing, processing, and visualizing spatial data.
AI in Healthcare for Research and Practice with Arvind Rao – Livestreaming Nov 12 – Nov 14
This seminar provides a comprehensive exploration of AI’s transformative impact on healthcare, focusing on enabling innovations and enhancing workflows, particularly in radiology and pathology.
Gaussian Processes with PyMC and LLMs with Chris Fonnesbeck – Livestreaming Nov 14 – Nov 15
Gaussian Processes are incredibly useful for modeling messy, real-world data where traditional regression methods typically fail.
Longitudinal Analysis in Biostatistics: Problems and Solutions with Tuhin Sheikh – Livestreaming Nov 15 – Nov 15
This seminar provides a comprehensive overview of the complexities and methodologies involved in longitudinal data analysis within biostatistics, focusing on modeling frameworks, strategies for handling missing data, and multilevel modeling.
Research with Multiple Languages using AI with Corinne Seals – Livestreaming Nov 17 – Nov 18
This workshop provides a comprehensive exploration of conducting research in multilingual contexts, addressing the unique challenges and opportunities involved.
Good Writing Habits for Academics (Free Seminar) with Lynn Nygaard – Livestreaming Nov 18 – Nov 18
Developing good writing habits to get words on paper is challenging for all academic writers — from PhD candidates to senior researchers.
Advanced R for Spatial Analysis with Nick Bearman – Livestreaming Nov 26 – Nov 27
This seminar provides an in-depth exploration of advanced spatial analysis techniques using R, aimed at enhancing the ability to handle and interpret complex spatial data.
Spatial Statistics in R with Nick Bearman – Livestreaming Dec 3 – Dec 3
This comprehensive seminar introduces participants to spatial statistics using R, guiding them through essential techniques for analyzing geographically referenced data.
Foundations of Valid Measurement with Dev Dalal – Livestreaming Dec 3 – Dec 3
This seminar focuses on developing and evaluating measurement instruments through the lens of construct theory.
Observational Research Design and Analysis with Lauren Wisnieski – Livestreaming Dec 9 – Dec 11
This workshop introduces participants to the essentials of observational research, covering study types (cross-sectional, cohort, case-control, ecological) and when they are most appropriate.
Macroecology Using R with Renan Maestri – Livestreaming Jan 12 – Jan 17
This hands-on workshop trains researchers to turn large geographic, trait, and phylogenetic datasets into rigorous, reproducible analyses and publication-quality maps and metrics of biodiversity across space and time using R.
Longitudinal Data Analysis and Growth Curve Models with Paola Zaninotto & Giorgio Di Gessa – Livestreaming Feb 11 – Feb 13
This two-day workshop provides a comprehensive exploration of mixed models and growth curves, focusing on the practical application of these methods in Stata and R for analyzing longitudinal data.
Using Experiments in Applied Economics with Sebastian Galiani – Livestreaming Mar 20 – Mar 28
This four-day workshop provides an in-depth exploration of experimental methods in applied economics, focusing on the identification and interpretation of causal effects to enhance empirical research outcomes.
