On 24th March, we’re organising a workshop on Evaluation & responsible modelling in London. Not specifically “epinowcast"/real-time focus, but definitely inclusive of (and hearing from some great speakers,@kejohnson9 among them!).
Posting here as may be of relevance to some*, should be a fun and interesting day, and all very welcome. More details below.
*arguably everyone but then perhaps I’m biased
Evaluation & responsibility in infectious disease modelling
24 March 2026 | 10.00–16.30 | LSHTM, Keppel Street, London
How do we evaluate infectious disease modelling work, and what does that imply for modelling responsibly? We’re inviting participants to join a one day workshop on evaluation and responsibility in modelling.
Through the day, we’ll:
- compare perspectives on evaluation in epidemiological and public health contexts
- collaboratively map out what this means for professional norms, values, and responsibilities
- experiment with what this looks like in practice by co-designing training material for modellers
We intend to support participants by building up practical ideas, resources, and relationships. We encourage participants from all career experiences and interests to join.
More information and registration at: How do we evaluate modelling work, and what does that imply about modelling responsibly? – Evaluation & responsibility in infectious disease modelling
Please join us, and share this invite widely across your network.
Contact: Kath Sherratt, with co-organisers Sebastian Funk and Erica Thompson. katharine.sherratt@lshtm.ac.uk