Fergus Chadwick

Dr Fergus Chadwick is a Lecturer in Statistics at the University of St Andrews, affiliated with the School of Mathematics and Statistics. He holds roles as Early Career Lead for the National Centre for Statistical Ecology (NCSE) and is a member of the Centres for Research into Ecological and Environmental Modelling (CREEM) and Modelling Social Complexity (CFMSC). His research focuses on applying Bayesian statistical methods to address complex observation challenges in ecology and epidemiology, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration between scientists and statisticians.

Research interests include developing novel methodologies for ecological and epidemiological data analysis, improving communication between disciplines, and synthesizing disparate analytical approaches. Key areas of application involve wildlife population monitoring, disease surveillance, and health outcome modelling.

His work has produced influential contributions to understanding observation biases in ecological systems and optimizing public health strategies in low-income settings. Collaborations span academic and applied sectors, with a strong emphasis on real-world problem-solving.