معرفی
Simon Turner is a Research Fellow at Monash University’s School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, affiliated with the Methods in Evidence Synthesis Unit. He holds a PhD (2021) from Monash University, focusing on statistical methods for interrupted time series analyses. His expertise includes biostatistics, meta-analysis, and evidence synthesis, particularly applied to public health interventions. He contributes to the Cochrane Collaboration as a biostatistician.
Educational Background
- PhD in Biostatistics, Monash University (2017–2021)
- Masters of Biostatistics (Star Graduate), University of Melbourne (2015)
- Masters of Science (Astronomy), Swinburne University of Technology (2008)
- Bachelor of Teaching (Honours), University of Melbourne (1999)
- Bachelor of Science (Honours), Monash University (1997)
Research Interests
Simon’s work centers on improving statistical methodologies for interrupted time series (ITS) analyses and meta-analyses. He develops tools like the Banksia plot for visualizing ITS data and collaborates on search filters to identify ITS studies in literature. His research aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to public health and health equity.
Awards & Contributions
- Star Graduate Award (Masters of Biostatistics, University of Melbourne)
- Leading author on methods for ITS analysis, including datasets and graphical techniques
Labs & Collaborations
Active in the Methods in Evidence Synthesis Unit and collaborates internationally on public health research. His work emphasizes methodological rigor in evaluating intervention impacts.
