In this conversation, Dr. Justin Manjourides, an Associate Professor at Northeastern University, discusses his journey into biostatistics, the importance of public health research, and his work on environmental epidemiology, particularly the PROTECT study in Puerto Rico. He shares insights on the future of biostatistics in a data-rich environment, the significance of precision medicine, and his unique experience coaching a beep baseball team. The conversation highlights the intersection of statistics, public health, and personal interests, emphasizing the value of data-driven decision-making in various fields.

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction to Biostatistics and Early Influences

07:08 - Career Path and Academic Journey

12:11 - Research in Environmental Epidemiology

17:37 - The PROTECT Study in Puerto Rico

23:11 - The Future of Biostatistics and Data Science

28:21 - Beep Baseball: A Unique Coaching Experience

32:45 - Personal Interests and Life Balance

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Referenced in the show:

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