Conference Information
The Joint Statistical Meetings is the largest gathering of statisticians and data scientists held in North America. It is held jointly with the following:
- *American Statistical Association
- Casualty Actuarial Society
- The Caucus for Women in Statistics and Data Science
- *International Biometric Society (ENAR and WNAR)
- International Chinese Statistical Association
- International Indian Statistical Association
- *Institute of Mathematical Statistics
- International Society for Bayesian Analysis
- International Statistical Institute
- Korean International Statistical Society
- Royal Statistical Society
- *Statistical Society of Canada
- Statistical Society of Australia
*Indicates the founding societies of JSM
JSM Is ... One of the Largest Statistical Events in the World
- More than 5,000 attendees from 52 countries
- 600+ sessions, including invited, topic-contributed, contributed, and poster
- More than 1,000 student attendees
- An EXPO featuring a dynamic showcase of exhibitors
- The JSM Career Service for leading statistical employers and career-seekers
- An impressive lineup of professional development short courses and workshops
It is also one of the broadest, with topics ranging from statistical applications to methodology and theory to the expanding boundaries of statistics, such as analytics and data science.
JSM also offers a unique opportunity for statisticians in academia, industry, and government to exchange ideas and explore opportunities for collaboration. Beginning statisticians (including current students) can learn from and interact with senior members of the profession.
