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  Fake world data, real world problems: simulations for the
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Workshop · SW-2G · Mon 31 Aug · 5:15–6:45 PM CEST

# Fake world data, real world problems.

A hands-on introduction to simulation for pharmacoepidemiologists. Monday, August 31.


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## Stress-test a study before it fails on real data.

Simulation is how you uncover and compare the properties of estimators and study designs, bias and precision, before they surprise you in the real world. To many applied researchers it still looks intimidating.

This interactive workshop defines simulation, walks a simple example step by step, and puts you in the driver's seat with live R exercises, no installation needed. Talks span the when and why (Amarnath Marthi), a first simulation start to finish (Chase Latour), interactive examples and troubleshooting (Catie Wiener), and applications across the drug lifecycle (Alexander Breskin, Regeneron).

Built for students, trainees, and applied researchers who want practical tools to strengthen design, analysis, and interpretation.

- Interactive R exercises in the browser, no install
- Four talks plus Q&A
- For trainees and applied researchers
- Mon, Aug 31 · 5:15–6:45 PM CEST

Citation

Wiener C, Breskin A, Marthi A, Latour C. Fake world data, real world problems: simulations for the pharmacoepidemiologist. Workshop SW-2G, 42nd ISPE Annual Meeting; August 29–September 2, 2026; Milan, Italy.

## Schedule a meeting

Share your focus and a preferred day or time in the comments, and we will confirm a slot.

*Interactive embed: Pardot Form.*