Werner Brannath

Prof. Werner Brannath is a Professor of Applied Statistics and Biometry at the University of Bremen's Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science. He heads the Biometry Department at the Competence Centre for Clinical Studies Bremen (KKSB) and serves on its Board of Directors. His expertise spans statistical methodologies for clinical trials, adaptive designs, and precision medicine. He has held roles at the Medical University of Vienna and Stanford University, and currently chairs ethics committees and serves as an Associate Editor for Biometrical Journal. Research interests include machine learning in healthcare, digital health applications, and multiple testing procedures.

Education
- Studied Mathematics and Physics in Karlsruhe and Vienna
- Research Assistant at University of Vienna and Medical University of Vienna
- Research Fellowship at Stanford University's Statistics Department

Research Networks
- DFG Research Training Group π³
- Leibniz ScienceCampus 'Digital Public Health'
- AI Center for Healthcare at University of Bremen

Teaching and Supervision
- Leads the Master’s program in Medical Biometry/Biostatistics
- Supervises bachelor and master students in mathematics and biostatistics

Professional Activities
- Member of International Biometric Society (IBS-DR and ROeS)
- Chair of IBS-DR's Public Relations Working Group
- Member of multiple clinical trial ethics and data monitoring boards

Recent Research Focus
- Development of machine learning methods for clinical applications
- Platform trials and adaptive design innovations
- Statistical solutions for overlapping populations in clinical trials