Katie Stocking

Katie Stocking is a Research Fellow at the University of Manchester's Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health, specifically within the Division of Population Health, Health Services Research & Primary Care. She serves as Statistical Editor for Cochrane Gynaecology & Fertility and is affiliated with the Thomas Ashton Institute.

Education:

• Master in Science, Medical Statistics (2016-2017)
• Bachelor of Science, Mathematics, University of Keele (2012-2015)

Dr. Stocking's research focuses on medical statistics and methodology, with particular expertise in systematic reviews, meta-analysis, and clinical trial design. Her work spans several critical health areas including gynecology and fertility (particularly endometriosis), stroke rehabilitation, infectious diseases (especially SARS-CoV-2/Covid-19), and evidence-based medicine. She has made significant contributions to improving the quality and methodology of systematic reviews and clinical trials, identifying common flaws in research methodology and proposing solutions to enhance research integrity.

Her publication record demonstrates a strong commitment to advancing methodological rigor in medical research, with recent work examining clinical trial trustworthiness, inclusion criteria in gynecological trials, and occupational risks during the pandemic. Her research directly contributes to several UN Sustainable Development Goals related to good health and well-being.

Dr. Stocking collaborates extensively across international research networks, as evidenced by her numerous co-authored publications with researchers from multiple institutions worldwide. Her work has been referenced across various platforms including news outlets, academic social media, and research sharing sites, indicating significant impact in her fields of expertise.